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easy comfort food dinners

5-Minute Easy Comfort Food Dinners


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  • Author: Isabel Martín
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and satisfying dish perfect for a weeknight meal. This comfort food classic is quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Shredded cheddar cheese for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, diced tomatoes and green chilies, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes, or until flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
  6. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef.
  • Serve with cornbread or crackers.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg