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Easy Carnivore Meal Plan

Simple Carnivore Dinner

This Simple Carnivore Dinner is incredibly easy to make in under 20 minutes, delivering a flavorful and filling meal that is perfect for any day of the week. Its simplicity lies in its few, high-quality ingredients, while its deliciousness comes from the rich flavor of perfectly cooked ground beef.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 pound
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Carnivore
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ghee
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 2-4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (for topping) Optional
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (if dairy is included in your carnivore approach) Optional
  • 1-2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced (for a side) Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spoon
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Place the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Break it apart with a spoon and begin to brown it.
    1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content)
  2. Once the beef is mostly browned, carefully tilt the skillet to drain off any excess grease. You can leave a little for flavor, depending on your preference and the fat content of the beef.
  3. Sprinkle the browned ground beef generously with salt and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
    1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content), to taste salt, to taste black pepper
  4. Continue to cook the ground beef until it reaches your desired level of doneness. For a more traditional burger texture, cook until no pink remains. For a slightly more rendered and flavorful patty, you can cook it a bit longer, allowing some of the fat to render out.
    1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content)
  5. Once the beef is cooked through, add the tablespoon of butter or ghee to the skillet. Stir it into the beef until it melts and coats the meat, adding a rich flavor and a lovely sheen.
    1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content), 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ghee
  6. Spoon the seasoned and buttered ground beef into a bowl.
    1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for good fat content), 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ghee
  7. If you're using bacon, sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top. If you're including dairy, add the shredded cheddar cheese and allow it to melt slightly from the heat of the beef. Serve immediately, perhaps alongside sliced hard-boiled eggs for a complete and satisfying carnivore meal.
    2-4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (for topping), 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (if dairy is included in your carnivore approach), 1-2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced (for a side)

Notes

Allow the cooked Simple Carnivore Dinner to cool completely before storing. Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooled leftovers. Place them in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Frozen Simple Carnivore Dinner can be kept for up to 2-3 months. To reheat on the stovetop, place the leftovers in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or a small pat of butter if a bit dry, and stir until heated through. In the microwave, reheat on medium power for 1-2 minutes intervals, stirring in between, until hot.