Versatile Beef Mix

By Addie

This quick-and-easy mix from Joanne Rocchetti in New London, Connecticut uses only 1 pound of ground beef, yet it can be used to make all these recipes:

VERSATILE MEATBALL STEW FOR ONE
VERSATILE SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS FOR ONE
VERSATILE MICROWAVE MEAT LOAF FOR ONE
VERSATILE BACON SALISBURY STEAK FOR ONE

MY NOTES: All these recipes can be found in the "GROUND BEEF" Cookbook.

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Divide into four portions; place in freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.