This Cuban Picadillo is a delicious and savory dish with ground beef, seasoned with tomatoes, olives, and raisins. It's a comforting and flavorful meal served over rice or used as a filling for tacos, empanadas, or pastries. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend entertaining.

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Servings: 8 servings

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2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium yellow or white onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

1 small red bell pepper, cored and seeded, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)

1 tablespoon tomato paste

4 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 4 teaspoons)

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons dried oregano

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 bay leaves

1/2 cup dry white wine

1 1/2 pounds ground beef

1 cup diced canned tomatoes

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1/3 cup raisins

1/2 cup pimento stuffed olives plus 2 tablespoons brine

2 tablespoons capers

1 large waxy potato (such as Yukon Gold or red about 8 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

444kcal

22%
Fat

26g

1%
Saturated Fat

7g

0%
Carbohydrates

18g

0%
Fiber

2g

0%
Sugar

5g

0%
Protein

27g

1%
Cholesterol

87mg

4%
Sodium

294mg

14%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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