One Pot Mexican Beef and Beans
One Pot Mexican Beef and Beans - Savor the flavors of this easy beef recipe. Made in one pot and absolutely perfect for busy weeknights- by Mama Maggie's Kitchen
Servings: 6
Calories: 304kcal
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 can of pinto beans drained
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ small onion diced
- 4 to matoes finely diced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1 jalapeño finely diced
- 1 Knorr Caldo con sabor de Res bouillon cube
- 2 garlic cloves diced
- ½ tablespoon cumin
- ½ tablespoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups water
- 1-2 laurel leaves
- Salt and pepper
- Cilantro optional
- Cheddar Cheese shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet.
- Add onion and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add tomato, green pepper, a pinch of salt and pepper, and jalapeño.
- Cook for 1 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Lower the heat, cover, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from pan. Set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan.
- Return flame to medium heat.
- Add ground beef, salt, and pepper. Break up the meat with your spatula. Cook until no longer pink.
- Drain excess fat.
- Add pinto beans, tomato and pepper mixture, garlic, cumin, paprika, thyme, Knorr bouillon, water, and laurel leaves.
- Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Top with cilantro and cheese, if using.
- Serve with tortillas.
- Enjoy.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1070IU | Vitamin C: 30.9mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2.4mg