Quick and Simple Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) of Italian-style diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp garlic pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- Optional: 1 cup uncooked rice
Instructions:
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Chop the onion and cabbage, and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic.
- Break the beef apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Season with Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, garlic pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Continue to cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add Cabbage and Tomatoes:
- Once the beef is browned, add the chopped cabbage to the skillet.
- Pour in the can of Italian-style diced tomatoes, including the juice.
- Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cover the skillet and let it cook until the cabbage is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Optional Rice Addition:
- If you want to add rice, stir in 1 cup of uncooked rice after adding the cabbage and tomatoes.
- You may need to add a bit more water (about 1/2 cup) to ensure the rice cooks properly.
- Continue to cook, covered, until the rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve:
- Once the cabbage (and rice, if added) is cooked through, remove the skillet from heat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
This detailed version ensures all steps are clear and easy to follow, providing a delicious and satisfying meal. Enjoy!