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Beef Picadillo

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time25 mins

Serve this Spanish-style ground beef over rice or baked potatoes. You can also cool the Picadillo and use as a filling to make empañadas or calzones.

 2 cloves garlic, minced
 1 onion, minced
 1 sweet red, yellow or green pepper, diced
 1 lb (500 g) Extra Lean Ground Beef Sirloin*
 1 cup (250 mL) salsa
 1 tbsp (15 mL) chili powder
 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cumin
 ¾ cup (175 mL) sliced green olives
 ½ cup (125 mL) raisins
1

Cook garlic, onion, sweet pepper and ground beef in large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is browned and completely cooked. Drain if necessary.

2

Add salsa, chili powder and cumin, olives and raisins; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Add 2 to 3 tbsp (30 to 45 mL) water if necessary.

3

*Other options: Extra Lean Ground Beef Round, Lean Ground Beef Sirloin or Chuck, Extra Lean/Lean Ground Beef

4

Empañadas Option: Let filling cool completely. Roll out pastry for 2 double-crust pies and cut into forty 3-inch (8 cm) rounds; place 1 tbsp (15 mL) beef mixture on each. Moisten pastry edges with water; fold over and press edges with fork to seal. Place on parchment paper or foil-lined baking sheet; prick and brush tops with 1 beaten egg. Bake in 425°F (220°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. To make ahead: Freeze unbaked empañadas in sealed container for up to 1 month; bake frozen in 350°F (180°C) oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 213
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g14%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Protein 18g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.