Are you craving a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that's quick, easy, and packed with explosive flavors? Look no further than Ground Beef Grande Style – the ultimate weeknight dinner that will transform your ordinary meal into a culinary celebration! This one-skillet wonder combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and melted cheese into a dish so delicious, it'll have your family fighting for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients on a clean countertop. This includes 1 lb of ground beef, 1 can (15 oz) of black beans (drained), 1 cup of corn, 1 packet of taco seasoning, 1/2 cup of salsa, 1 cup of shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro for garnish.
- In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the ground beef. Use a spatula to break it apart as it cooks. Cook the beef for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is browned and fully cooked, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Once the ground beef is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet. This will help reduce greasiness in your final dish.
- Return the skillet to the heat and add the drained black beans and corn to the cooked ground beef. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Next, sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef, beans, and corn mixture. Pour in the salsa as well. Stir thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the seasoning and salsa.
- Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- After simmering, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid for a few minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.
- Once the cheese is melted, uncover the skillet and give the mixture a gentle stir to incorporate the melted cheese throughout.
- To serve, spoon the Ground Beef Grande Style mixture onto plates or into bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy your delicious Ground Beef Grande Style as a standalone dish or serve it with tortillas, rice, or your favorite sides!
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use fresh ground beef with a slightly higher fat content (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio) to ensure juiciness.
- Drain excess fat after cooking beef to keep the dish from becoming greasy, but leave a small amount for added richness.
- Toast your taco seasoning in the skillet for 30 seconds before adding liquids to enhance its aromatic spices.
- Choose a good quality salsa – fresh or restaurant-style salsas work best for authentic flavor.
- Let the mixture simmer slowly to allow the flavors to meld and develop depth.
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting and texture.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro right before serving to add a bright, fresh note to the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 90mg
