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All Purpose Ground Meat Mix Recipe

Unlock a world of flavor and save time & money with this versatile ground meat mix! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe lets you prep a batch of seasoned ground meat, ready to transform into tacos, sloppy joes, chili, and more. Brown ground meat once, then freeze individual portions for quick meals anytime. Say goodbye to repetitive chopping and browning – hello to delicious, budget-friendly dinners!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 420.3 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.7 (48 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for All Purpose Ground Meat Mix

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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!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

55g

Carbs

1g

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