Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet Casserole
A heart-healthy ground beef skillet featuring sweet potatoes, black beans, and colorful bell peppers, ideal for feeding a busy family with minimal cleanup.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Makes
5 servings
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Made by April + Lila
April 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
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet
Time saver
Store leftover portions in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual portions for easy weeknight meals.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
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Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add ground beef
Add ground beef, brown onion, and garlic clove. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through.
Look for: browned and cooked through
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Stir in ground cumin
Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, and dried oregano until evenly distributed.
Look for: evenly distributed
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Add diced sweet potato
Add diced sweet potato, red bell pepper, black beans, and canned crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
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Pour in beef broth
Pour in beef broth, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the sweet potato is fork-tender.
Look for: the sweet potato is fork-tender
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Remove lid and sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly…
Remove lid and sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
Look for: cheese melts
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Divide into 5 equal portions and top…
Divide into 5 equal portions and top each with fresh avocado slices before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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