#weeknighteats

A quick and flavorful stir-fry recipe featuring gingery ground pork or beef, colorful vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Ingredients: 1 pound ground pork or beef. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. 1 onion, thinly sliced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1-inch piece of ginger, grated. 2 cups broccoli florets. 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced. 1 carrot, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. 1 tablespoon brown sugar. 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water. Salt and pepper to taste. Cooked rice for serving.

Instructions: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Using a spoon, break up the ground beef or pork as it cooks until it turns brown. The cooked meat should be taken out of the skillet and placed aside. Add a little more oil to the same skillet and add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onion. Saut the onions until they become fragrant and transparent. To the skillet, add the carrot, red bell pepper, and broccoli florets. Stir-fry the vegetables for a few minutes, or until they begin to soften. Combine the cornstarch-water mixture, brown sugar, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Cover the vegetables in the skillet with this sauce. Stir the cooked beef or pork back into the skillet along with the vegetables and sauce. Simmer for a few more minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the ingredients are thoroughly heated. To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning. Over cooked rice, serve the spicy stir-fried ground beef or pork with ginger.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

After a long day, the last thing I want to do is slave over a hot stove, which is why this Easy Burrito Casserole has become my weeknight savior. Layered with zesty beans, hearty beef, and gooey cheese, this one-pan wonder is not only a breeze to whip up but also brings the whole family together for a cozy dinner that feels like a warm hug. Dive in, and let each bite transport you straight to flavor town!

Grilled Flatbread Taco Pizza is a delicious fusion of pizza and tacos. It's a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends.

Ingredients: 2 flatbreads. 1 cup cooked ground beef. 1/2 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced onions. 1/2 cup diced bell peppers. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup sour cream. 2 tablespoons taco seasoning. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, mix the cooked ground beef with taco seasoning, and set it aside. Place the flatbreads on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are lightly toasted. Remove the flatbreads from the grill and spread a layer of creamy taco sauce sour cream mixed with taco seasoning on each one. Divide the seasoned ground beef evenly between the flatbreads, spreading it out over the sauce. Sprinkle diced tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers over the beef on each flatbread. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the flatbreads back on the grill and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove the grilled flatbread taco pizzas from the grill and sprinkle fresh cilantro on top. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

There are weeks when cooking feels grounding and almost therapeutic. And then there are weeks when the idea of planning meals, shopping, chopping, and cleaning feels like one task too many. On those weeks, it’s not laziness. It’s mental load.

This Easy Crock Pot Black Bean Soup is a flavorful and hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker and let it simmer away, filling your home with delicious aromas. It's vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients: 1 lb dried black beans, rinsed and sorted. 1 large onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 red bell pepper, chopped. 1 jalapeno pepper, minced. 4 cups vegetable broth. 2 cups water. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon oregano. 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges.

Instructions: Put red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, vegetable broth, water, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Add the black beans and stir them around. For 8 to 10 hours, or until the beans are soft, cover and cook on low heat. Once the soup is done cooking, use an immersion blender to blend some of it until it reaches the consistency you want. You can leave some beans whole to add texture. Check the seasoning and make changes if needed. If you want, you can serve it hot with extras like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or lime wedges.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

This Easy Crock Pot Black Bean Soup is a flavorful and hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker and let it simmer away, filling your home with delicious aromas. It's vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients: 1 lb dried black beans, rinsed and sorted. 1 large onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 red bell pepper, chopped. 1 jalapeno pepper, minced. 4 cups vegetable broth. 2 cups water. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon oregano. 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges.

Instructions: Put red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, vegetable broth, water, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Add the black beans and stir them around. For 8 to 10 hours, or until the beans are soft, cover and cook on low heat. Once the soup is done cooking, use an immersion blender to blend some of it until it reaches the consistency you want. You can leave some beans whole to add texture. Check the seasoning and make changes if needed. If you want, you can serve it hot with extras like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or lime wedges.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

These Surf 'n' Turf Sliders combine juicy beef patties with succulent grilled shrimp, making for a delicious twist on the classic slider. Topped with melty cheese, crisp lettuce, and zesty sauce, they're perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined. 1 tablespoon olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 6 slider buns. 6 slices cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup shredded lettuce. 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes. 1/4 cup mayonnaise. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. 1 teaspoon hot sauce.

Instructions: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Divide ground beef into 6 equal portions and shape into small patties. Season shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill beef patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Place a slice of cheese on each beef patty and allow it to melt slightly. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, and hot sauce to make the sauce. Assemble sliders by placing a beef patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with grilled shrimp, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and a dollop of sauce. Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes