Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 stuffed pitas (4 servings) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 85–90% lean 1/4 cup finely grated yellow or white onion 3 cloves garlic, minced (divided) 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint […]
Sweet and Tangy Sloppy Joes With a Nostalgic Twist
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 sandwiches Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb (680 g) ground beef, 80–85% lean 1 large yellow onion, finely diced 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 cup (240 […]
Tex-Mex Beef Quesadillas with Peppers and Cheese
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (4 large quesadillas) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) ground beef 2 tbsp oil, divided 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano 3/4 […]
Smoky Beef Enchiladas With Red Sauce and Cheese
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings (about 12 enchiladas) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb ground beef (about 85% lean) 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp neutral oil + 1 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp all-purpose flour […]
Crispy Beef and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb (680 g) potatoes, diced 1/2 inch 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85–90% lean) 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 red […]
Quick Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80–90% lean) 4 cups (about 10 oz / 280 g) shredded green cabbage 1 small carrot, cut into thin matchsticks 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts […]
Hearty Beef and Barley Soup with Vegetables
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 hearty servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb (680 g) ground beef (85–90% lean) 1 tbsp olive oil (if beef is very lean) 1 large yellow onion, diced 3 medium carrots, diced 3 celery […]
Loaded Beef Taco Salad with Black Beans and Corn
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85–90% lean) 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp taco seasoning + 2 tbsp water 8 cups chopped romaine (about 2 small hearts) […]
Cajun Dirty Rice with Ground Beef and Peppers
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 to 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (85–90% lean) 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 ribs celery, finely chopped 3 […]
Loaded Beef Nachos with Black Beans and Jalapeños
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz sturdy tortilla chips 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp chili powder, […]









