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Fruit and spices make this a memorable and easy skillet meal.
| 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 lb. ground extra lean beef 1/4 C. sherry (optional) 1/2 t. cumin 1/2 t. oregano 1/8 t. salt | pinch ground red pepper 1/4 C. raisins 1 C. diced fresh or canned pineapple 1 16-oz. can crushed tomatoes 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1/4 C. chopped pimiento or red bell pepper |
- In large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, onion and garlic. Cook until onion is tender and meat is no longer pink and juices run clear.
- Drain off fat.
- Add remaining ingredients except green pepper and pimiento.
- Bring to simmer and cook 5 minutes.
- Add green pepper and pimiento and heat through.
- Serve with rice and bread.
YIELD: 4 servings SERVING SIZE: 1 1/2 cups
NUTRITION ANALYSIS PER SERVING: Calories, 324; Total fat, 14 grams; Saturated fat, 6 grams; Cholesterol, 70 milligrams; Sodium, 282 milligrams; Dietary fiber, 3 grams; Carbohydrates, 27 grams; Protein, 24 grams
From Healthy Hispanic Recipes by the National Cancer Institute.
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