Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
A comforting, one-pan skillet featuring protein-packed ground beef and tender sweet potatoes. Rich in collagen and beta-carotene to naturally support joints and stabilize energy.
The perimenopause lens
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthJoint discomfort
Bring patterns, not guesses
Record timing, severity and movement alongside meals or supplements. New, persistent or worsening pain needs clinical attention.
Track: stiffness + movement
Low energy
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Food is one part of energy. Notice meal timing, sleep and symptoms together rather than assigning the result to one nutrient.
Track: energy 1–3 hours later
Appetite changes
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One meal does not determine body weight. Look at fullness, energy and repeatable eating patterns over time instead.
Track: fullness + meal rhythm
Fatigue
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Notice energy alongside sleep, meals and symptoms across several days. Ongoing fatigue deserves a clinical conversation.
Track: energy + previous night
Before you start
Your 30-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
This dish reheats beautifully. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for an easy, protein-packed lunch.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a large…
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Heat the olive oil in a large…
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
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Add the lean ground beef to the…
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and the garlic powder. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until completely browned.
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Stir in the diced sweet potatoes
Stir in the diced sweet potatoes. For the best texture and cooking time, aim for uniform 1/2-inch cubes.
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Pour in the beef bone broth and…
Pour in the beef bone broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let the mixture steam for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
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Remove the lid and stir in the…
Remove the lid and stir in the fresh baby spinach. Let it cook for 1 to 2 minutes just until wilted. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed, then serve warm.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Opt for a high-quality bone broth…
Opt for a high-quality bone broth over standard stock; the naturally occurring collagen and amino acids like glycine provide wonderful support for aching joints.
Cutting the sweet potatoes into small
Cutting the sweet potatoes into small, even pieces is the secret to a fast weeknight meal. If they are cut too large, they will take significantly longer to steam.
This dish reheats beautifully
This dish reheats beautifully. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for an easy, protein-packed lunch.
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