Name: Southwest Beef Skillet
Yield: 6 1.5 cup servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 cup onion (chopped); 1 cup green bell pepper (chopped); 1 tablespoon garlic (minced); 14 ounce can no salt added corn (rinsed and drained); 14 ounce can low sodium black beans (rinsed and drained); 10 ounce can no salt added diced tomatoes with green chilies; 8.8 ounce bag microwaveable brown rice; 1 ounce 40% less sodium taco seasonings; 1 cup lowfat cheddar cheese (shredded)

Southwest Beef Skillet

April 8, 2026 by dinnertonight

Looking for a quick, hearty meal with bold flavor? This Southwest Beef Skillet checks all the boxes! Made with lean ground beef, colorful veggies, fiber‑rich beans, whole‑grain brown rice, and just the right kick of low‑sodium taco seasoning—this one‑pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights.

Southwest Beef Skillet

Servings

6 1.5 cup servings

Servings

6 1.5 cup servings

Southwest Beef Skillet

Servings

6 1.5 cup servings

Servings

6 1.5 cup servings

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup onion chopped
1 cup green bell pepper chopped
1 tablespoon garlic minced
14 ounce can no salt added corn rinsed and drained
14 ounce can low sodium black beans rinsed and drained
10 ounce can no salt added diced tomatoes with green chilies
8.8 ounce bag microwaveable brown rice
1 ounce 40% less sodium taco seasonings
1 cup lowfat cheddar cheese shredded

Servings: 1.5 cup servings

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Instructions

In a large skillet add the ground beef, onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cook until the ground beef has reached 150 degrees Fahrenheit
Add the corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, brown rice and taco seasoning. Mix until combined
Heat on medium low heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until dish is thoroughly heated
Top with cheddar cheese and enjoy

Recipe Notes

$Southwest Beef Skillet Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 1/2 cup (373g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 330 % Daily Value Total Fat 5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 520 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 42 g 15 % Dietary Fiber 8 g 29 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 29 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 128 mg 10 % Iron 4 mg 20 % Potassium 765 mg 15 %$

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

January 15, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

This family-friendly, delicious Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a quick way to use up leftover ground beef. It packs a nutritious punch with protein, vegetables, and great flavor!

You can use this recipe to feed the whole family or portion out for meal prep lunches.

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Servings

4 servings

Servings

4 servings

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Servings

4 servings

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

3/4 pound lean ground beef
1 cup medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 cup medium green bell pepper thinly sliced
1/2 cup medium yellow onion diced
1 cup mushrooms diced
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
3 cups frozen cauliflower rice
4 ounces plain greek yogurt
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Servings: servings

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Instructions

In a large, oven safe skillet over medium heat, add the bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook about 5 minutes and add the pre-cooked ground beef. Continue cooking until beef is warm and vegetables are tender.
Reduce the heat to low, add the seasonings and stir to incorporate. Add cauliflower rice and plain Greek yogurt. Stir into the meat mixture until well incorporated.
Top with shredded mozzarella, covering top of skillet mixture. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Carefully remove from oven, let sit 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Note: If you don’t have an oven safe skillet, you can spread the mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish after step 3 (before adding the cheese).

Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Wedges

January 15, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Life gets busy, but you still have to eat! These Burger Bowls are a delicious addition to any menu–packed with protein, fiber & flavor!

Plus, this recipe allows you to prep extra ground beef for other meals during the week. Stay tuned for another recipe to add to your weekly menu to use up that extra ground beef.

Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Wedges

Servings

4 servings

Servings

4 servings

Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Wedges

Servings

4 servings

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

Bowl

3/4 pound lean ground beef
8 cups of greens of choice
Burger Toppings: pickles onions (1/2 cup), tomatoes (1/2 cup), cheese (1/4 cup), 1/4 cup

Sweet Potato Wedges*

1 medium sweet potatoes washed
1/2 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 Tablespoons parsley for garnish

Sauce

1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 Tablespoons low-sodium ketchup
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Servings: servings

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Instructions

If using frozen sweet potato fries, bake them according to the package and skip to step 6.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
While oven preheats, slice sweet potato (with skin intact) into wedges about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Place sweet potato wedges on the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, and chili powder. Drizzle over sweet potatoes and toss well to coat.
Arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer on baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping when undersides have begun to crisp. Baking time may vary based on the thickness of potato slices and amount of moisture in the potatoes
While potatoes are in the oven, prepare the rest of the ingredients.
In a large skillet, over medium heat add ground to skillet, season with salt and pepper. Break up and cook the ground beef to a temperature of 155 degrees F or until no longer pink. Cook your 3 lbs. of ground beef and set aside 1 lbs for this recipe. Cool and save the other meat for other recipes.
Make the sauce by adding all ingredients to a small bowl and stirring until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside
Assemble bowls by placing 2 cups of leafy greens in each bowl. Top each bowl with 4 oz (¼ pound) of ground beef and the rest of your favorite burger toppings. Add a few sweet potato wedges or serve on the side. Drizzle special sauce over burger bowl and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

*Can use store-bought sweet potato fries to save time, this may alter the nutritional information.

Chili

January 23, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated. By using some staples in your kitchen – ground beef from the freezer, canned tomatoes, and beans along with spices from the pantry and a slow cooker this chili will be ready for you when you walk in the door. This hearty comfort food is perfect any time of the year.

Chili

Servings

8 1 cup servings

Servings

8 1 cup servings

Chili

Servings

8 1 cup servings

Servings

8 1 cup servings

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef 97/3
1 cup green bell pepper chopped
1 cup yellow onion chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper diced (approximately ½ medium jalapeno pepper)
15 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
15 ounce can no salt added tomato sauce
15 ounce can low sodium pinto beans drained and rinsed
15 ounce can low sodium black beans drained and rinsed
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
2 teaspoon ground chili pepper
2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup lowfat cheddar cheese shredded

Servings: 1 cup servings

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Instructions

Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse fresh vegetables under cool running water and rinse can lids before opening.
In a medium skillet brown the ground beef along with the bell pepper, onion, jalapeno and garlic. Once ground beef is browned add it to the slower cooker.
To the slow cooker, add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, pinto and black beans, beef broth, chili pepper, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Stir to combine.
Turn slower cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours to cook or LOW for 8 to 10 hours to cook.
To serve top each serving of chili with 2 tablespoons of cheddar cheese.

Recipe Notes

Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup

December 12, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

CREAMY + CHEESY – You don’t want to miss out on this loaded potato soup. It’s full of protein and creamy enough to satisfy your cravings!

Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup

CourseMain Dish

Servings

12 2 cup servings

Servings

12 2 cup servings

Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup

CourseMain Dish

Servings

12 2 cup servings

Servings

12 2 cup servings

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup yellow onion diced
6 cup russet potatoes diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Cajun creole seasoning
4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup skim milk
1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese shredded
1/2 cup green onion

Servings: 2 cup servings

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Instructions

Wash your hands and clean your countertops. Rinse produce under cool running water before slicing.
Brown ground beef with yellow onion in a dutch oven or soup pot. Remove from pan and reserve for later.
Add diced potatoes to the pot with salt, pepper, and cajun seasoning. Saute for 3-5 minutes.
Add chicken broth to pot, bring to a boil, and cook potatoes until soft.
Using a potato masher, mash potatoes until they reach your desired consistency.
Add cooked ground beef, milk, ½ cup of shredded cheese, and ¼ cup of green onion.
Simmer for about 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
Serve garnished with remaining cheddar cheese and green onion.

Recipe Notes

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