Old-Fashioned Cabbage & Ground Beef Skillet

 Why This Recipe Is Special

• Budget-friendly

• One-pan meal

• Hearty and filling

• Even better the next day

 Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1 small head green cabbage, chopped

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

• 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richness)

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp dried thyme

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

Optional add-ins:

• 1 cup cooked rice

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes

• 1 cup shredded cheese for topping

 Instructions