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Chapter 10: Eggs, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

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This hearty skillet dish combines tender leeks and vibrant baby spinach with lean ground beef, seasoned with aromatic cumin and a hint of cinnamon. The result is a deeply flavorful, protein-rich meal that captures the essence of Mediterranean comfort food. The leeks provide a sweet, mild onion-like base, while the spinach wilts into a soft, nutritious green backdrop. It is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a robust lunch. Simple to prepare with common pantry staples, this recipe offers a warm, savory experience that is both healthy and delicious.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 552.1
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This hearty skillet dish combines tender leeks and vibrant baby spinach with lean ground beef, seasoned with aromatic cumin and a hint of cinnamon. The result is a deeply flavorful, protein-rich meal that captures the essence of Mediterranean comfort food. The leeks provide a sweet, mild onion-like base, while the spinach wilts into a soft, nutritious green backdrop. It is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a robust lunch. Simple to prepare with common pantry staples, this recipe offers a warm, savory experience that is both healthy and delicious.
Ingredients
  • 8 Ounces (8 cups) baby spinach
  • 6 Tablespoons water
  • 4 Teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound Leeks, whites and light green parts only, halved lengthwise, sliced thin, and washed thoroughly
  • 8 Ounces 90 percent lean ground beef
  • 1 Garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add sliced leeks and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. 3
    Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon.
  4. 4
    Cook beef until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5
    Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  6. 6
    Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. 7
    Add baby spinach and water to the skillet.
  8. 8
    Toss until spinach is wilted and water is evaporated, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. 9
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. 10
    Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 552.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.4g40%
Saturated Fat 8.7g44%
Cholesterol 152.0mg51%
Sodium 189.6mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 16.4g6%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 5.7g
Protein 58.0g116%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: leeks, spinach, ground beef, cumin, cinnamon, mediterranean, skillet, dinner, healthy, protein, garlic, olive oil, easy, vegetables, spiced, lean, sauteed, flavorful, comfort food, weeknight
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