Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef or 1 lb Italian sausage
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1 tablespoon oil
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3 medium yellow squash, sliced
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1 small onion, sliced
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (OR 1 pint fresh tomato, diced and 1/2 cup water)
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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salt and pepper
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1 cup cheddar cheese
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1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Mix in the squash, onion and garlic and sauté until tender.
- Add the ground beef and tomatoes (and water if fresh tomatoes are used) into the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Turn mixture into an ovenproof casserole dish. Top with cheddar cheese. Bake in 400°F oven for 15 minutes.