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Slow Cooker Cuban Picadillo

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Slow Cooker Cuban Picadillo is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines lean ground beef with aromatic spices, colorful bell peppers, and zesty olives. This hearty meal simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully for a comforting dining experience. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, serve it over fluffy rice or warm tortillas for an unforgettable taste of Cuba.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 14 oz canned diced tomatoes (low sodium)
  • ½ cup green olives, roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and bell peppers and mincing the garlic.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
  3. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker; add onions, bell peppers, garlic, canned tomatoes, olives, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  5. Stir about 30 minutes before serving; adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve over white rice or with warm tortillas.

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