Quick Ground Beef and Corn Skillet with Black Beans

I love how this ground beef and corn skillet comes together so effortlessly. It's one of those meals that I can whip up after a long day without feeling overwhelmed, and it always tastes incredibly satisfying. The combination of savory ground beef, sweet corn, and hearty black beans makes for a complete and delicious meal that even picky eaters will enjoy. Don't be intimidated by the spices; they're just there to add a little extra flavor, and you can easily adjust them to your liking.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
4. Add the rinsed black beans, drained corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained), chili powder, and cumin to the skillet.
5. Stir everything together to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.