Celery Free Beef and Apple Sage Skillet

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time25 min

4.8

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Warm, savory, and just a little bit sweet, this skillet dish brings together ground beef and tender apple slices in a way that feels both unexpected and completely natural. Caramelized onion, fresh sage, and a trio of warming spices — turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — give the whole thing a deeply aromatic quality that makes your kitchen smell incredible while it cooks. A splash of bone broth and apple cider vinegar deglaze the pan and pull all those browned bits into a light, glossy sauce that ties everything together beautifully. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and whole-food-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden vegetable blends or seasoning mixes that might sneak in unwanted stalks or seeds. The coconut aminos add a subtle umami depth without any soy, and the coconut oil keeps things rich without relying on butter or dairy. It comes together in one pan with minimal cleanup, making it just as practical as it is satisfying. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a complete, flavor-packed meal that's as weeknight-friendly as it gets.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb ground beef (85% lean)
2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
½ cup bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp coconut aminos
¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground beef in a single layer and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned throughout with no pink remaining and an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F (71°C), about 8–10 minutes. Transfer the beef to a plate, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the skillet. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute, watching closely so it does not brown.

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