Description
A delicious recipe for savory meat-stuffed English muffins, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or lamb)
- 4 English muffins, halved
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Butter for toasting muffins
Instructions
- Cook the Meat Filling:
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
– Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
– Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
– Drain excess fat if necessary. - Season the Meat:
– Add paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to the meat. Stir well.
– Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor. - Add Liquids:
– Pour in tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth.
– Stir to combine and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens. - Prepare the Muffins:
– While the meat is simmering, heat a separate pan over medium heat.
– Spread butter on the cut sides of the English muffins.
– Toast the muffins in the pan until golden brown and crispy on the edges. - Assemble:
– Once the meat mixture is done, spoon it generously onto the bottom halves of the toasted muffins.
– Top with the other half of the muffin.
– Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Serve with a side of your choice, such as a fresh green salad or pickles.
- Experiment with different herbs or add cheese on top before serving for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg