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Spinach and Beef Skillet with Cheddar

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

A quick spinach and beef skillet with cheddar—simple, savory, and family-friendly.

Why this recipe works

This recipe blends ground beef, spinach, and cheddar for a fast, satisfying skillet meal. It’s ideal for busy weeknights and serves 3–4 people.

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Key takeaways

One-pan dinner with simple ingredients
Spinach adds nutrients and color
Cheddar melts over beef for extra flavor

Recipe guide

This recipe blends ground beef, spinach, and cheddar for a fast, satisfying skillet meal. It’s ideal for busy weeknights and serves 3–4 people.

A quick weeknight skillet that delivers flavor fast.

  • One-pan dinner with simple ingredients
  • Spinach adds nutrients and color
  • Cheddar melts over beef for extra flavor

Step-by-step skillet build

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add minced beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and dried oregano, cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted and combined. Reduce heat to low and sprinkle grated cheddar over the mixture. Cover briefly until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot.

Time and servings

Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes, totaling about 35 minutes from start to finish. This makes a hearty 3–4 serving meal when served with rice or crusty bread.

Storage and reheating

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in a microwave until hot.

Ingredients

  • 500 g minced beef
  • 150 g spinach
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 50 g grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add minced beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and dried oregano, cook 1 minute.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted and combined.
  8. Reduce heat to low and sprinkle grated cheddar over the mixture.
  9. Cover briefly until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot.

FAQs

Can I use a different ground meat? Yes. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef, adjusting cooking time slightly.
Can I use frozen spinach? Use fresh spinach; if using frozen, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before adding.
How long do leftovers last? Leftovers refrigerate well for 1–2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying the cheese.