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Simply Savory Ground Beef
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (choose your preferred fat content)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat the Skillet:
- Place a skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the skillet to get hot, which will help in searing the beef properly.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the hot skillet. Let it sit for a minute or two before you start breaking it apart with a wooden spoon or spatula. This allows parts of it to get a nice brown color before it starts releasing juices.
- Continue to cook, breaking it apart, until it’s fully browned and crumbly. This usually takes about 6-8 minutes.
- Season the Beef:
- Once the beef is nearly cooked through, season it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. These are optional but recommended for enhancing flavor.
- Stir well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Drain the Fat:
- If there’s excess fat, you can drain it by tilting the skillet and using the spoon to keep the beef on the other side. This step depends on your preference and the fat content of the beef used.
- Final Touches:
- Give the beef a final stir and taste. Adjust any seasonings if needed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and the beef is ready to be used in your recipes.
Serving Suggestions:
- Tacos or Burritos: Use as a filling for tacos or burritos, adding cheese, salsa, and other toppings.
- Pasta Sauces: Incorporate into tomato sauces for a meaty pasta dish.
- Casseroles: Mix into casseroles for a hearty meal.
- Shepherd’s Pie: Use as a base layer in traditional shepherd’s pie.
This “Simply Savory Ground Beef” recipe provides a basic yet flavorful base that can be incorporated into countless dishes, adding rich, meaty flavors to your meals. Enjoy experimenting with it in your favorite recipes!
