Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Ingredients
- 450g (1 lb) lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or low-calorie spray
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups chopped cauliflower (low-carb potato substitute — or use 150g cooked baby potatoes for Slimming)
- ½ cup beef or chicken stock
- ½ cup light cream cheese or fat-free Greek yogurt
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or reduced-fat cheese (Healthy Extra A on Slimming)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: spinach, mushrooms, or green beans for added fiber
Instructions
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Cook the Meat:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Remove any excess fat if needed. -
Add Veggies:
Stir in onion and garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes.
Add chopped cauliflower (or diced potatoes) and cook for another 5 minutes. -
Make it Creamy:
Pour in the stock and let it simmer until the cauliflower (or potatoes) are tender, about 8–10 minutes.
Stir in cream cheese (or Greek yogurt), paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the sauce thickens and turns creamy. -
Add Cheese & Melt:
Sprinkle mozzarella on top, cover the pan, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes. -
Serve Hot:
Garnish with parsley or chives and serve straight from the skillet.
Plan Notes
- Keto / Low Carb: ~6g net carbs per serving (using cauliflower)
- Weight Watchers: ~5–7 points (use 95% lean meat & light cheese)
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Slimming:
- Free: with extra-lean mince, fat-free yogurt, and spray oil
- Healthy Extra A: cheese
- Syns: ~1–2 if using light cream cheese
One pan, minimal cleanup
Creamy and filling without carbs
Perfect weeknight meal or meal prep idea
Optional Variations
- Swap beef for chicken or turkey mince for a lighter flavor.
- Add chopped bacon (1–2 slices, keto-friendly) for smokiness.
- Sprinkle with crushed pork rinds or Parmesan for a crispy topping.
