High Protein Sweet Potato and Beef Hash
A satisfying, one-pan ground beef and sweet potato skillet seasoned with peppers and onions. This meal is easy to portion and packed with lean protein to support muscle retention and keep you full.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kristine + Lila
Kristine created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal prep friendly: Make a double batch of this skillet and portion it out in advance to remove any decision fatigue or portion-size guesswork during busy weekdays.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the extra-virgin olive oil and let it warm for about 1 minute until it shimmers.
Look for: it shimmers
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Add the ground beef to the skillet
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat apart into bite-sized crumbles. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
Look for: the beef is browned and no longer pink
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Remove the beef from the skillet with…
Remove the beef from the skillet with a slotted spoon, leaving the drippings in the pan, and transfer the cooked beef to a clean plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Add the sweet potato
Add the sweet potato, bell pepper, and onion to the same skillet. Cook on medium heat for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the edges are golden.
Look for: the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the edges are golden
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Return the cooked beef to the skillet…
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and stir to combine all ingredients. Heat through for about 2 minutes until everything is piping hot.
Look for: everything is piping hot
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately. This meal can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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