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Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Taco Skillet

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A quick and satisfying skillet meal combining ground beef, sweet potatoes, and taco flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups / 450g)
  • 1 large onion, diced (about 1.5 cups / 150g)
  • 1 (15 oz / 425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (160g) corn kernels, fresh or frozen
  • 1 packet (approx. 1 oz / 28g) taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth
  • 1 cup (115g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • For garnish: fresh cilantro, chopped or sour cream
  • Optional: lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potatoes into small, even cubes for even cooking.
  2. Cook the diced sweet potatoes in a large skillet over medium-high heat until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Push the sweet potatoes to one side and add the ground beef and diced onion to the other side; cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the drained black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and beef broth.
  5. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted, about 2-3 minutes.

Notes

For added heat, consider adding diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes while cooking. This dish can be prepared in advance by chopping ingredients ahead of time.

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Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/sweet-potato-taco-skillet/