Gelatin Free Beef and Apple Sage Skillet
Savory meets sweet in this one-pan wonder that brings together ground beef, tender apple slices, and a warm spice blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. The combination sounds unexpected, but the apples soften into the beef and soak up all those earthy, fragrant spices in the most satisfying way. A splash of bone broth and apple cider vinegar creates a light, glossy pan sauce that ties everything together without any thickeners or additives to worry about. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, you never have to second-guess whether something sneaky has been added to the mix — no hidden gelling agents, no processed shortcuts. Fresh sage leaves stirred in just before simmering add a herby, slightly floral note that makes the whole skillet smell incredible. It comes together in a single pan with minimal cleanup, making it just as practical as it is delicious. Scatter some fresh parsley on top before serving and you've got a weeknight dinner that looks and tastes like you actually tried.
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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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