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one pot spaghetti with ground beef sausage and tomato sauce
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One Pot Spaghetti by @caitlynskitchen

Spaghetti cooked with beef, sausage, and sauce in one pot for an easy dinner.

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1. Cook ground beef and sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned with no pink remaining (internal temp 160°F). 2. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. 4. Add tomatoes, broth, and sauce ingredients. Stir well. 5. Bring to a simmer. 6. Add spaghetti and press into liquid. 7. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens, about 10–15 minutes. 8. Add seasoning and stir. 9. Let sit a few minutes before serving. Pasta should be tender and coated in a thick sauce.

  • ground beef

  • italian sausage

  • onion

  • bell pepper

  • garlic

  • crushed tomatoes

  • chicken broth

  • spaghetti

  • italian seasoning

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ground beef ramen bowls with mushrooms noodles and green onions
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Ground Beef Ramen Bowls

Ground beef ramen bowls with mushrooms and broth finished with green onions.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are softened. 4. Stir in 4 cups beef broth, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp sugar. Bring to a simmer. 5. Add 4 packages ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets). Cook 3-4 minutes until noodles are tender. 6. Remove from heat and finish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • mushroom

  • garlic

  • beef broth

  • soy sauce

  • ginger

  • sugar

  • ramen noodles

  • green onion

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Ground Beef Rice Bowl with Avocado

Ground beef served over rice with fresh avocado and lime for an easy dinner.

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1. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Oil should shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook 6-8 minutes, breaking apart occasionally, until beef is browned and no pink remains. Internal temperature 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 3. Stir in 1 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp salt. Cook 1 minute until spices coat beef. 4. Warm 4 cups cooked white rice in microwave or saucepan. 5. Slice 1 medium avocado thinly. 6. Serve beef over rice, topped with avocado slices. Finish with 1 tbsp lime juice drizzled over bowl.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • garlic powder

  • salt

  • white rice

  • avocado

  • lime juice

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ground beef nacho skillet with beans corn cheddar and cilantro
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Ground Beef Nacho Skillet

Ground beef cooked with beans, corn, and melted cheddar in one pan for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 4. Stir in 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed, 1 cup canned corn drained, 1 tsp chili powder, 0.5 tsp cumin, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Cook 3 minutes until heated through. 5. Sprinkle 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture. Cover skillet with lid and reduce heat to low. 6. Cook 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and sauce coats ingredients. 7. Remove from heat and finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • canned black beans

  • canned corn

  • chili powder

  • cumin

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • cheddar cheese

  • cilantro

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loaded baked potatoes with ground beef and melted cheddar cheese
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Loaded Baked Potatoes with Ground Beef and Cheese

Baked potatoes filled with ground beef and melted cheddar for an easy and filling dinner.

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1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 2. Prick 4 large potatoes with fork. Place directly on oven rack. Bake 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with fork. 3. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. 4. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry. Cook 6-8 minutes, breaking apart, until browned and no pink remains. Internal temp 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 5. Stir in 1 tsp onion powder and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook 1 minute. 6. Remove potatoes from oven. Cut each in half lengthwise. Scoop some flesh out to create a small cavity. 7. Fill potato cavities with ground beef mixture. Top each with 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 8. Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles. 9. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh green onion sprinkled over top.

  • potato

  • olive oil

  • ground beef

  • onion powder

  • salt

  • cheddar cheese

  • green onion

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skillet ground beef hash with potatoes onions and chives
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Skillet Ground Beef Hash with Potatoes

Ground beef hash with crispy potatoes and onions cooked in one skillet for an easy dinner.

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1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Oil should shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in single layer. Cook 6-8 minutes, breaking apart, until browned and no pink remains. Internal temp 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 3. Add 2 cups diced potatoes, peeled. Spread in single layer. Cook 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden and tender. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion. Cook 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent. 5. Stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook 1 minute until spices coat ingredients. 6. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives off heat.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • potato

  • onion

  • smoked paprika

  • salt

  • fresh chives

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leftover ground beef taco salad with lettuce tomatoes cheese and olives
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Leftover Ground Beef Taco Salad

Ground beef taco salad with fresh toppings and warm seasoned beef for a quick dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and dry. 2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl until shimmering. 3. Add 2 cups shredded leftover ground beef in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes until edges brown, then stir and cook 1 more minute to heat through. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent. 5. Stir in 1 tbsp taco seasoning and 0.25 cup water. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef. 6. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce, 1 cup diced tomato, 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 0.25 cup sliced black olives. 7. Top salad with warm beef mixture. 8. Finish with fresh chopped cilantro sprinkled over salad.

  • leftover ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • taco seasoning

  • water

  • romaine lettuce

  • tomato

  • cheddar cheese

  • black olives

  • cilantro

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leftover ground beef sloppy joes with sauce and vegetables on buns
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Leftover Ground Beef Sloppy Joes

Leftover ground beef simmered in sauce with vegetables and served on buns for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and dry. 2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl until shimmering. 3. Add 2 cups shredded leftover ground beef in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes until edges brown, then stir and cook 1 more minute to heat through. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion and 1 cup diced bell pepper. Cook over medium heat 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften and onion is translucent. 5. Stir in 0.5 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 0.25 cup water. Simmer 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef mixture. 6. Toast 4 sandwich buns cut side down in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 1 minute. 7. Spoon sloppy joe mixture onto buns. 8. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the filling.

  • leftover ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • bell pepper

  • ketchup

  • Worcestershire sauce

  • brown sugar

  • water

  • sandwich buns

  • lemon juice

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leftover ground beef stir fry with vegetables rice and cilantro

Leftover Ground Beef Stir Fry

Ground beef stir fry with vegetables and soy sauce served over rice for a fast dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot and dry. 2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl until shimmering. 3. Add 2 cups shredded leftover ground beef in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes until edges brown, then stir and cook 1 more minute to heat through. Remove beef from pan and set aside. 4. Add 1 cup sliced bell pepper, 1 cup sliced carrot, and 1 cup chopped broccoli florets to the pan. Cook over medium-high heat 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender. 5. Return beef to pan. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp minced garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef and vegetables. 6. Serve immediately over cooked white rice. 7. Finish with fresh chopped cilantro sprinkled on top.

  • leftover ground beef

  • olive oil

  • bell pepper

  • carrot

  • broccoli florets

  • soy sauce

  • fresh ginger

  • garlic

  • cooked white rice

  • cilantro

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leftover ground beef rice bowls with vegetables and green onions
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Leftover Ground Beef Rice Bowls

Leftover ground beef cooked with vegetables and sauce served over rice for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and dry. 2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl until shimmering. 3. Add 2 cups shredded leftover ground beef in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes until edges brown, then stir and cook 1 more minute to heat through. 4. Add 1 cup diced bell pepper and 1 cup diced onion. Cook over medium heat 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften and onion is translucent. 5. Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger. Cook 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables. 6. Serve beef mixture over 3 cups cooked white rice. 7. Finish with chopped green onions sprinkled on top.

  • leftover ground beef

  • olive oil

  • bell pepper

  • onion

  • soy sauce

  • fresh ginger

  • cooked white rice

  • green onions

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