All Purpose Ground Meat Mix Recipe

Ingredients for All Purpose Ground Meat Mix

• Ground Beef
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• Garlic Clove
• Onions
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

How to Make All Purpose Ground Meat Mix

1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Add 2 stalks celery (finely chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium onion (chopped), and 1 green bell pepper (chopped) to the pot.
3. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Let the mixture cool completely.
6. Portion into 2-cup containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
7. **To Use:** Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Heat gently before using in your favorite recipes.
8. **Recipe Ideas:**
9. **Tacos:** Add 1 packet taco seasoning to 2 cups of thawed meat mix. Heat through and serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.
10. **Taco Potatoes:** Use the taco mixture (above) as a topping for baked potatoes.
11. **Taco Salad:** Layer tortilla chips, the taco mixture, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, olives, and salsa.
12. **Sloppy Joes:** In a skillet, combine 2 cups of thawed meat mix, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon prepared mustard. Simmer for 10 minutes and serve on hamburger buns.
13. **Other Uses:** Stuffed peppers, chili, spaghetti sauce, baked ziti, and more!