Savory Beef, Mushroom & Cabbage Skillet Prep
A fast, high-value beef prep that leans into sale pricing and stays flexible: browned ground chuck with mushrooms, onion, and cabbage for a savory mix that works in lettuce cups, grain bowls, stuffed potatoes, or with roasted vegetables.
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- Certified Angus Beef 80/20 Ground Chuck 1 lb $6.99/lb sale
- Yellow onion 3 lb bag 1 medium onion $3.49 sale
- Green cabbage 1 lb, thinly sliced $1.49/lb
- Whole white mushrooms or sliced white mushrooms 8 oz, sliced $2.79 per 8 oz or $6.00 per 24 oz
- Garlic 2 cloves, minced $1.50 each
- Organic parsley or parsley 2 tablespoons chopped $1.99 each or $1.69 each
- Oil, salt, black pepper as needed pantry
Instructions
- Prep 1 lb Certified Angus Beef 80/20 Ground Chuck at the sale price of $6.99/lb. Dice 1 medium onion from the Kroger Yellow Onion 3 lb Bag at $3.49 sale. Thinly slice 1 lb Green Cabbage at $1.49/lb. Slice 8 oz Kroger Whole White Mushrooms at $2.79 per 8 oz if not pre-sliced. Mince 2 cloves Garlic from 1 bulb at $1.50 each. Chop 2 tablespoons Parsley at $1.69 to $1.99 each.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb ground chuck and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, breaking it up, until browned. Drain off excess fat if desired.
- Add the diced onion, sliced 8 oz mushrooms, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with the browned beef. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the onion softens and the mushrooms release moisture.
- Add the 1 lb sliced cabbage, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is wilted but not mushy.
- Stir in the 2 tablespoons chopped parsley and taste for seasoning.
- Cool and portion. This protein prep pairs especially well with roasted potatoes, lettuce leaves, or braised carrots.
Cook time: 30 minutes
Estimated cost: $9-12
Health notes: About 300-360 calories per serving depending on fat drained, with solid protein plus fiber from cabbage and mushrooms. Drain well for a lighter result.
Drink pairing: If plated for dinner, try Merlot or Syrah.