Here’s a delicious and easy way to use ground beef and sausage together — combining the rich flavor of sausage with the versatility of ground beef.
🍲 Ground Beef & Sausage Skillet
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- ½ lb (225 g) ground beef
- ½ lb (225 g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and sausage. Break into small pieces and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add aromatics: Stir in onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add seasoning & tomatoes: Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and diced tomatoes.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer 10–15 minutes to let flavors combine.
- Serve: Over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, or use as a filling for sandwiches or tacos.
💡 Variations
- Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.
- Mix in cooked rice or pasta to make a one-pot meal.
- Top with grated Parmesan or mozzarella for a cheesy skillet.
If you want, I can give a slow cooker version of ground beef and sausage casserole that’s perfect for “dump and go” meal prep.
