Beef, Tomato and Mozzarella Skillet
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Beef, Tomato and Mozzarella Skillet

A high-protein and fiber-rich dish perfect for a family meal, featuring lean beef, tomatoes, and mozzarella.

Serves 2 adults + 4 children

~30 min

Ingredients

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 tbsp
  • Ground Beef750 g
  • Onions, finely diced×1
  • Garlic, finely chopped3 cloves
  • Tomato Paste2 tbsp
  • Dried Oregano2 tsp
  • Canned Tomatoes, chopped800 g
  • Cannellini Beans, drained240 g
  • Spinach, roughly chopped200 g
  • Mozzarella, drained and torn250 g
  • Fine Salt½ tsp
  • Bread, to serve1 g

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add the beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up, until browned.

  2. Cook the Onion and Garlic

    Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, tomato purée and oregano and stir for 30 seconds.

  3. Simmer the Sauce

    Add the tomatoes, beans and salt. Simmer over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, until slightly thickened.

  4. Wilt the Spinach

    Add the spinach in handfuls and stir until wilted.

  5. Melt the Mozzarella

    Dot the mozzarella over the surface. Either cover the pan over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, or place it under a hot grill/broiler, until the cheese melts.

  6. Adjust Seasoning and Serve

    Taste before adding more salt and serve with wholegrain bread for mopping up the sauce.

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