Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion (diced)
  • 3/4 cup red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (I use 90% lean)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pimiento stuffed green olives (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 8 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro

Instruction

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the onions and bell peppers and cook for 4-5 minutes or until softened.
  • Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Season the meat and vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the olives, raisins, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, tomato sauce and beef broth to the pan. Bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer for about 10-15 minutes or until sauce is thick. Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro, then serve.