One Pot (Monster Mash)

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One Pot (Monster Mash): 6-8 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • 500g beef mince

  • 1 can of black beans (400g)

  • 1 can of tomatoes (400g)

  • 1 onion - diced

  • 2 carrots - chopped or grated

  • 1 capsicum - diced

  • 350g spinach

  • 2 cloves of garlic - finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon of crushed garlic)

  • 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to line the pan

  • Salt and pepper

Optional:

  • 1 teaspoon of cumin

  • 1 teaspoon of paprika

  • Pinch of chilli flakes

  • 4 sprigs of fresh thyme

EQUIPMENT:

  • Big knife (chefs knife)

  • Chopping board

  • Large pot or pan (deep dish)

  • Spatula

  • Can opener

STEPS:

  1. Prepare your vegetables:
    • Dice onion and capsicum
    • Finely chop garlic
    • Grate carrot
    • Wash spinach (if necessary)

  2. In a deep dish pot or pan:

    • Fry mince and diced onions in the cooking oil for 10 minutes on a medium-high heat or until both onions and mince have a brown edge to them, stirring occasionally (give them time to develop colour from the heat)
    • Add grated carrots, diced capsicum, and spices (optional) and stir continuously for 1 minute.
    • Add the spinach, beans, and can of tomatoes
    • Bring to boil and then turn the heat down to simmer for 10 - 15 minutes. Adjust moisture levels by adding water if it gets too dry and add seasoning as needed

  3. Enjoy with brown or wild rice, quinoa, or root vegetables