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Savor This Flavorful Cabbage and Beef Skillet

A hearty cabbage and beef skillet dish that combines savory ground beef and crispy turkey bacon for an easy, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 3 pounds ground beef incredibly flavorful and hearty
  • 0.5 package turkey bacon chopped
  • 1 large head green cabbage cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
For the Finishing Touches
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cabbage and Beef Skillet
  1. Wash the cabbage, remove tough leaves and core, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion, slice the bell peppers, and thinly slice the garlic.
  2. Cook the chopped turkey bacon in a skillet for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef in batches, cooking for 7 to 9 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  4. Add diced onion to the skillet, sauté for 3 minutes, then add bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes. Stir in sliced garlic for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, spices, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
  6. Fold in half of the cabbage, allow to soften for 3 minutes, then add the remaining cabbage and beef broth.
  7. Cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until cabbage is tender, then stir well.
  8. Cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, add turkey bacon and butter, adjust seasonings, and meld flavors for 2 minutes.
  9. Garnish with parsley and sesame seeds, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 39gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 790mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to cook ground beef in batches for even browning and to avoid overcrowding the skillet.

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