Low-Carb Beef & Broccoli Pan (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups broccoli florets
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 pound ground beef (80/20)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Grab the ground beef, cheese, and broccoli. Rinse and cut the broccoli into smaller pieces that are easy to eat.
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Warm olive oil in a big pan over medium heat. Toss in the ground beef and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into smaller chunks as it browns.
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Toss the broccoli into the pan and stir in onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes. The broccoli should soften, but keep a bit of crunch.
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Turn the heat to low, mix in the cream, and add half the cheddar. Stir together until it turns creamy. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top, cover the pan, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything’s melty and gooey.
# Helpful Notes:
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Pick ground beef with 80% lean and 20% fat for the juiciest flavor.
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Don’t overcook the broccoli—it should stay a little crisp.
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Keep the heat low when adding cheese and cream to avoid splitting.
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Taste it at the end and tweak the seasoning if needed.