Beans and Beef Combo

A colorful and enticing plate of beans mixed with savory ground beef, garnished with fresh herbs.

Looking for a simple yet delicious meal? This beans and ground beef recipe is your go-to for a quick, nutritious dinner that the whole family will love.

Course dinner, Lunch

Servings servings

Calories 345.5kcal

Ingredients

3 cups black eyed peas
6-8 cups water
1 onion diced

Sauce

¼ to ½ cup palm oil or add to taste
1 Large onion - sliced
3 garlic cloves - minced
1 ½ lb ground beef
5 small tomatoes or 3 medium - diced
2 cups bell pepper mixed - red, yellow, green
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
1 teaspoon bouillon powder
½ to 1 cup water
2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon thyme
2 habaneroes green and whole
salt to taste

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Instructions

Rinse the dried beans under cold water and remove any debris. Add the rinsed beans, bay leaves, and diced onions in a large pot and cover them with fresh water. Bring to a boil, and cook under medium heat. Cover and cook until they are tender. Drain and set aside.
In a separate large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and browned ground beef, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and seasoning powder to taste. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and whole habaneros and cook until softened.
Add bell pepper and simmer for 3 - 5 minutes. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Pour it into the already cooked beans. Add some water to your liking, taste it, and adjust the seasoning as needed.

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