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Cheesy Bacon & Beef Skillet with Wilted Spinach

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

One-skillet Cheesy Bacon & Beef with Wilted Spinach—simple, hearty, served straight from the pan.

Why this recipe works

This recipe combines bacon, beef, spinach, and melted cheese in a single skillet for a comforting, savory dish. It suits busy weeknights, families, and anyone who wants a hearty meal with minimal cleanup.

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Key takeaways

One-pan meal with bulk ingredients
Cheesy, comforting flavor profile
Simple to customize with greens or cheese of choice

Recipe guide

This recipe combines bacon, beef, spinach, and melted cheese in a single skillet for a comforting, savory dish. It suits busy weeknights, families, and anyone who wants a hearty meal with minimal cleanup.

A one-pan, flavorful weeknight winner.

  • One-pan meal with bulk ingredients
  • Cheesy, comforting flavor profile
  • Simple to customize with greens or cheese of choice

Ingredients

- 500 g minced/ground beef - 6 rashers streaky bacon (or more to taste) - 200 g spinach - 200 g block cheese, grated - 1 tsp salt - 1/2 tsp black pepper - 1 tbsp olive oil Note: The ingredient list here reflects a single streamlined quantity for clarity (the original had repeated items). Adjust to your serving needs.

Method

1) Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon; cook until crispy. Remove excess fat, leaving a bit for flavor. 2) Add beef; break up and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper. 3) Reduce heat to low; add grated cheese and stir until melted. 4) Add spinach in batches; wilt until all greens are tender and heated through. 5) Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot from the skillet.

Serving tips

Skillet is ready to serve as a hearty main. Pair with a simple side salad or crusty bread if desired. For extra brightness, finish with a squeeze of lemon or chopped herbs.

Ingredients

  • 6 rashers streaky bacon
  • 200 g spinach
  • 200 g block cheese, grated
  • 500 g minced/ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Chop bacon into bite-sized pieces and add to the hot skillet.
  3. Cook bacon until crispy and browned, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove some excess bacon fat if the pan is too greasy, leaving a little for flavor.
  5. Add minced beef to the skillet with the bacon and break it up with a spatula.
  6. Season beef with salt and pepper and cook until browned and no pink remains.
  7. Drain excess fat if needed, keeping a small amount for flavor.
  8. Reduce heat to low and add grated cheese, stirring until melted and combined with the meat and bacon.
  9. Add spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring to wilt each batch into the cheesy beef mixture.
  10. Cook until all spinach is wilted and heated through, tasting and adjusting seasoning if needed.
  11. Serve immediately straight from the skillet.

FAQs

Can I use a different cheese? Yes—use any melty cheese you like (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella, or a cheese blend).
How can I reduce fat content? Drain more fat after browning the beef and bacon, or use lean ground beef.
How to store leftovers? Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.