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1) One-Pan Italian Beef and Peppers Skillet

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 2 bell peppers mixed colors, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes or marinara
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hoagie rolls or cooked pasta for serving
  • 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella optional

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add ground beef and brown, breaking up with a spoon, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Push beef to one side; add onion and peppers and cook until softened, 4–5 minutes; stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, and broth; simmer 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. If using cheese, sprinkle on top, cover 1–2 minutes to melt. Serve on rolls or over pasta.