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30-Minute Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Bowl Your Family Will Devour

ground beef and sweet potato bowl
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A healthy and high-protein dinner bowl featuring ground beef and sweet potatoes, perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fork tender.
  2. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  3. While the sweet potatoes cook, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon.
  7. Season with paprika, onion powder, rosemary, Italian seasoning, the remaining salt, the remaining black pepper, and chili flakes if using.
  8. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked and the peppers are tender.
  9. Spoon the sweet potato mash into bowls and top with the seasoned ground beef mixture.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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