Description
A delightful blend of savory ground beef, sweet corn, and gooey cheddar cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner or cozy weekend treat.
Ingredients
- Ground Beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Ranch Seasoning: 1 packet (about 1 oz or 28 g)
- Corn: 1 cup (frozen or canned, drained)
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, shredded
- Bell Peppers: 1 cup, diced (mix of red and green)
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Black Beans: 1 can (15 oz or 425 g), drained and rinsed
- Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté diced onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and ranch seasoning, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add corn and black beans, cooking for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, cover with a lid, and let it melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
- Choose quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Don’t rush the sautéing process to enhance sweetness.
- Experiment with additional seasonings for a unique flavor.
- Layer cheese for extra gooeyness.
- Let the dish rest before serving to meld flavors.
- Garnish generously for added flavor and presentation.
- This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Skillet Ranch Beef, Cheddar Corn Bliss, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food