Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
3 cups broccoli florets
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon umami seasoning sauce (optional, e.g., vegan Worcestershire alternative)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3 minutes until onion is translucent.
- Add broccoli florets. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well.
- Cover skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Reduce heat to low. Pour in heavy cream and stir gently.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- If using, stir in optional umami sauce and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a leaner option, use ground turkey or extra-lean beef.
- Dairy-free? Use vegan cheese and coconut milk.
- Add other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with the cream before adding.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet / One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 105