Mushroom and Herb Ground Beef Skillet with Lemon

A savory one-pan meal featuring mushrooms, fresh herbs, and a bright lemon finish for a comforting, aromatic dish.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Beef

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 16 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms
• 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally.
2. Step 2: Add finely chopped shallot to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until softened and translucent.
3. Step 3: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking into small crumbles with a spoon. Cook for 6 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring frequently.
4. Step 4: Stir in chopped thyme and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.