Brazilian Black Bean and Beef Casserole

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while canned beans save time.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, and ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without fat, while processed cheese is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while vegetable oil is economical.

Over medium heat, add the oil to the Camp Oven and sauté the garlic, celery, carrots, onions and bell pepper. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to make sure vegetables are not sticking.

Add orange zest, tomatoes and meat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the black beans and simmer, uncovered for 15-30 minutes, until it is nice and thick. Season to taste with salt and/or pepper, to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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