Cheesy Ground Beef and Broccoli
A comforting dish featuring tender ground beef and crisp broccoli in a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream (or milk)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or pasta (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté the ground beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally to ensure it cooks evenly. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
- Add the broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, letting them soften slightly while retaining some crunch.
- Mix in cream and spices: Stir in the cream (or milk) along with the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Melt the cheese: Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve your cheesy ground beef and broccoli over cooked rice or pasta, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg