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Savory Weeknight Ground Beef Skillet

This savory ground beef skillet is the ultimate weeknight solution, transforming humble pantry staples into a restaurant-quality meal. By building a rich, velvety sauce directly in the pan, every morsel of beef is coated in deep, umami-packed flavor. It is a hearty, family-friendly dish that balances convenience and comfort, perfect for busy evenings when you need something reliable, delicious, and quick on the table.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 ratio)
  • 2 Tbs salted butter (or ghee)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbs dried minced onion
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbs all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and break into small crumbles.
  3. Cook 8-10 minutes until browned and charred; drain grease.
  4. Lower heat to medium and add butter.
  5. Stir in garlic, dried onion, and pepper; sauté 30 seconds.
  6. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Slowly stir in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  8. Simmer until thickened to desired consistency.

Notes

Ensure you cook the flour for the full minute to remove any raw taste. You can serve this over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.