34 Ground Beef Dinners That Save Weeknights and Still Feel Like Real Food

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooked rice or pasta, for serving

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove excess fat if needed.
2. Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Pour in tomato sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Let it bubble gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot over cooked rice or pasta, and enjoy!