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Cabbage and Ground Beef

Savory Cabbage and Ground Beef for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

A delicious combination of cabbage and ground beef, perfect for budget-friendly weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 head Cabbage Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose between 80/20 or 90/10 fat ratio.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used.
  • 1 large Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Bouillon Powder Homemade stock can be used.
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to personal preference.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hearty Cabbage and Ground Beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  2. Once the beef is browned, push it to one side and add chopped onions. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then mix in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add diced tomatoes with juices, bouillon powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir and bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Fold in the chopped cabbage, stir well, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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