Big Batch Ground Beef

1. Cook ground beef in stockpot or Dutch oven, using medium-high heat for 9 to 10 minutes, breaking into small chunks with back of spoon until browned and completely cooked. Drain in colander. Return to pot. Add onions and garlic; cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 12 to 15 minutes until vegetables soften.
2. Spread mixture in a single layer on several foil-lined baking trays; cover loosely with plastic wrap and freeze just until meat is firm (about 1 hour).
3. Loosen frozen beef into chunks and scoop meal-sized portions into freezer bags or sealable containers. Freeze for up to 3 months.

• Cook’s Notes:  When adding frozen cooked ground beef to recipes calling for browned ground beef, you may need to increase the recipe’s cooking time slightly. Use a food processor to mince onions and garlic in a flash.