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Shredded Beef with Beans

A hearty skillet dish of tender shredded beef and creamy beans simmered with onion. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or filling tacos.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
28g
Shredded Beef with Beans
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded beef
  • 15 oz canned pinto beans
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 sliced onion and cook until soft and golden, about 8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp ground cumin. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add 2 cups shredded beef and 15 oz drained pinto beans. Stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm, optionally with tortillas or rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • wooden spoon

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