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I Ve Only Got A Quarter Meal Recipe

Step back in time with this resourceful recipe, inspired by a family's clever cooking during lean times! This recipe, originally dubbed "Dr. Martin's Mix," magically transforms a single pound of ground beef into four hearty meals. Perfect for stretching your budget without sacrificing flavor, this recipe is adaptable to various serving sizes, whether you're feeding adults or children. Learn how to make the most of your ingredients and create a delicious, satisfying meal even with limited resources.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 521.2 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for I Ve Only Got A Quarter Meal

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • Green Peas (not used in this recipe)
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup (not used in this recipe)
  • Milk (not used in this recipe)
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Tomato Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil

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How to Make I Ve Only Got A Quarter Meal

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded.
  5. Serve over your favorite pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also add other vegetables like carrots, celery, or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor. Enjoy your delicious and economical meal!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

60 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

39g

Carbs

16g

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