Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 500 g (1 lb) extra lean ground beef
• 450 g (1 lb) sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 400 g (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 400 g (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed
• 1/2 cup water
• 100 g (2-3 cups) kale or spinach, roughly chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the ground beef once the pan is hot, cooking for 3–4 minutes while breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

2. 2

   Stir in the sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and seasonings, cooking for 4–5 minutes until the veggies are slightly tender.

3. 3

   Pour in the tomatoes, black beans, and a splash of water. Stir, letting everything simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.

4. 4

   Fold in the kale, then remove from heat.

5. 5

   Serve as-is, over rice, or in pita bread with your favourite toppings and enjoy!