Homestyle Ground Meat Mixture

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free alternative

Instructions

1. Prep the Vegetables: Finely chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion and bell pepper, sauté for 5 mins, then add garlic and sauté for another 1-2 mins.
3. Combine the Meats: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground turkey.
4. Add Flavorings: Mix in the sautéed vegetables, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until just combined.
5. Incorporate the Binder: Whisk together breadcrumbs, egg, and milk, then add to the meat mixture and mix until just combined.
6. Shape the Mixture: Shape the mixture as desired for cooking.

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