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Picadillo with Olives and Raisins

Sweet-savory ground beef simmered with potatoes, olives, and golden raisins -- a Cuban-Mexican staple.

Total time 45 min
Servings 4
Rating 4.6 / 5
Skill level Easy
Picadillo with Olives and Raisins
In the kitchen

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Method

  1. Brown the beef in a wide skillet; drain excess fat.

  2. Add onion, garlic and potatoes; cook until tender.

  3. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, raisins, cumin and a splash of water.

  4. Simmer 20 minutes until thickened; serve over rice with cilantro.