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Ground Beef And Summer Squash Skillet Recipe

A family favorite for nearly 40 years! This easy one-pan Ground Beef and Summer Squash Skillet recipe is bursting with flavor. Juicy ground beef, tender summer squash, sweet onions, and ripe tomatoes simmer together with rice in a rich tomato sauce. Ready in under an hour, it's a quick weeknight meal the whole family will love. Serve with a simple salad and cornbread for a complete and satisfying dinner. No browning of the beef required!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 391.3 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 4.4 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ground Beef And Summer Squash Skillet

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How to Make Ground Beef And Summer Squash Skillet

  1. Slice summer squash into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. In a large skillet (at least 12 inches), layer ingredients in this order: 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil.
  3. Gently stir to combine the bottom layer.
  4. Add 2 medium summer squash (about 2 cups sliced), then 1 cup long-grain rice.
  5. Evenly crumble 1 pound ground beef over the top.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes.
  7. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Add 1/4 cup of water if needed to maintain moisture.
  8. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

24g

Carbs

13g

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