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

By Ben Means and Laurent Pang