Description
A delicious and hearty recipe for pita pockets filled with cheesy beef and mushrooms, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita pockets
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until onion is translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add sliced mushrooms, cook until softened.
- Stir in salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Warm pita pockets in the oven or microwave.
- Stuff each pita pocket with the beef and mushroom mixture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spices like paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or salad on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita pocket
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg