Beef and Tomato Skillet

This one makes me so hungry! Serve this over some big egg noodles with a side of crusty bread…. or maybe just serve it entirely over a big hunk of crusty bread!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and the flavors have melded together.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.