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Easy ground beef recipe cooked and served in a skillet

Easy Ground Beef

A quick and delicious ground beef recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Economical and versatile protein.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Adds flavor and aroma.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes Provides moisture and acidity.
  • 1 cup beef broth Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 cup cooked rice or pasta Serves as a base for the beef.
  • to taste chopped parsley for garnish Adds a fresh touch.

Method
 

Cooking the Beef
  1. In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until it's thoroughly browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and aromatic.
Building the Flavor
  1. Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, beef broth, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serving
  1. Serve this dish over the cooked rice or pasta and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for additional nutrition. This dish can be made ahead of time and stores well in airtight containers.