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easy dinner recipes for family comfort foods

Easy Dinner Recipes: 1 Comfort Meal


  • Author: Carmen Velasco
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple and satisfying comfort food recipes perfect for family dinners. These easy meals are designed for busy weeknights and bring warmth to your table.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 oz) can tomato soup
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato soup, chili powder, and cumin. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes, or until flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute lentils or plant-based ground for the beef.
  • Adjust chili powder and cumin to your spice preference.
  • This dish freezes well.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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