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Best Ground Beef and Sweet Potatoes Skillet

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A hearty one-pan meal combining ground beef and sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups sweet potatoes, cubed (approximately 2 medium-sized potatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 poblano pepper, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Avocado slices, for serving
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Dice the onion and poblano pepper, mince the garlic, and cube the sweet potatoes.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add Flavors: Add minced garlic and taco seasoning to the beef, cooking for about a minute.
  4. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add cubed sweet potatoes and 1 cup water to the skillet, stir, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  5. Incorporate Corn and Poblano: Stir in frozen corn and diced poblano pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Melt the Cheese (Optional): Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and cook for a minute until melted.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with avocado slices and sour cream.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. You can adjust the seasoning to your taste, and the recipe is flexible for additional vegetables.

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