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Skillet Beef, Bacon and Spinach Gratin

Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

Cheesy beef, bacon and spinach gratin cooked in one skillet—simple prep, oven finish, great for weeknights.

Why this recipe works

This skillet beef, bacon and spinach gratin is a quick, cheesy one-pan dinner suited to busy weeknights. It combines ground beef, crispy bacon, wilted spinach and a melty cheese topping for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal.

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Key takeaways

One-pan dinner with a cheesy topping
Cooked quickly and served hot
Customizable with different greens or cheeses

Recipe guide

This skillet beef, bacon and spinach gratin is a quick, cheesy one-pan dinner suited to busy weeknights. It combines ground beef, crispy bacon, wilted spinach and a melty cheese topping for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal.

A hearty, one-pan dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

  • One-pan dinner with a cheesy topping
  • Cooked quickly and served hot
  • Customizable with different greens or cheeses

Ingredients at a glance

- 200 g minced beef x4 packs (or total ~800 g) - 150 g streaky bacon x8 packs (total ~1.2 kg) - 150 g spinach (washed, chopped) - 100 g cheese block, grated x8 packs (total ~800 g) - 1 tsp dried oregano x8 packs (total ~8 tsp) - 1 tbsp olive oil x8 packs (total ~8 tbsp) - salt and black pepper to taste Note: Scale quantities to your pan size and appetite.

Directions in brief

1) Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet. 2) Fry bacon until crisp. 3) Add beef; season and brown, breaking up lumps. 4) Push to sides; wilt spinach. 5) Mix spinach with meat and bacon; adjust seasoning. 6) Sprinkle cheese over top. 7) Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) until cheese is melted and golden (8–10 min). 8) Rest briefly before serving.

Tips for best results

- Use a skillet large enough to spread toppings in an even layer. - For extra richness, add a splash of cream or a pinch of nutmeg with the spinach. - Let the dish rest 5 minutes after baking to set the cheese pull.

Ingredients

  • 200 g minced beef
  • 150 g streaky bacon (roughly chopped)
  • 150 g spinach (washed, roughly chopped)
  • 100 g cheese block (grated)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped bacon and fry until crisp, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced beef, season with salt, pepper, and oregano, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  4. Push meat and bacon to the sides of the skillet and add spinach; cook until wilted.
  5. Mix spinach into the meat and bacon evenly and adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the mixture.
  7. Transfer skillet to a preheated oven (200°C/400°F) and bake until cheese is melted and golden, about 8–10 minutes.
  8. Let rest a few minutes before serving.

FAQs

Can I use only beef instead of bacon? Yes. Use extra cheese or a splash of olive oil to compensate for fat.
Can I make this ahead? Prepare up to the baking step, refrigerate, then bake until hot and cheese is melted.
What can I serve with this? A simple green salad, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables work well.