One-Pot Cheesy Beef, Peppers & Rice Skillet | Easy Family Dinner Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner while ground chicken is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese is often more affordable.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa adds protein and fiber, while white rice is typically less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with bouillon is a budget-friendly substitute.

Prep the ingredients by dicing the bell peppers and onion.

Soak diced potatoes in cold water to remove starch.

Grate the cheddar cheese.

Preheat a cast iron skillet and add extra virgin infused olive oil.

Add ground beef to the skillet and break it up as it cooks.

Once the beef is mostly cooked, add the diced onions to the skillet.

Cook until the onions are softened and flavors combine.

Cooking Techniques

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