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Ingredients
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Meat
Cheese
Seasonings
Other
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients: ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, seasonings, olive oil, and water.
- 2
Season the Beef
In a bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Add the ground beef and season evenly. Use your hands to ensure the beef is well seasoned.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- 4
Brown the Beef
Cook the beef for about 8-10 minutes, or until it is browned and cooked through. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- 5
Add Water and Simmer
Once the beef is fully cooked, add 1 cup of water to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
- 6
Add Cheese
After simmering, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for about 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Once the cheese has melted, remove from heat and serve hot. This dish can be served alone or with tortillas for a delicious meal.
