ground beef picadillo (ground beef filling)

July 2nd, 2008

You possibly will not accept that it is possible to lose weight while on a diet plan which includes ground beef picadillo (ground beef filling) but it is feasible. It is pivotal to not eat ground beef picadillo (ground beef filling) or other high calorie beef/pork/lamb/veal every day but in moderation.

For example, I allow myself these kinds of food once per week. I eat a reduced calorie diet for most of the week, say 1200 to 1800 calories a day, and then one day, I eat whatever I like - within moderation of course.

I have been sticking to this diet for the last 6 weeks and it has aided me to lose 5 kilos. I have not accelerated my exercise habits or taken any pills or diet food. I have just been conscious of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I want one day per week.

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Ground Beef Picadillo (Ground Beef Filling)

This is ideal for filling tacos, flautas and taquitos.

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 medium onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic
3 slices bread, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Heat a skillet over medium heat, then add oil and ground beef. Lightly brown the meat, stirring and chopping it to break it up.

Meanwhile, blend the remaining ingredients to a paste.

As soon as the meat has been lightly browned, add the blended ingredients and stir until well combined. Turn the heat to medium low and continue to fry for about 15 minutes, stirring often until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Makes about 2 cups.

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