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How Many Pounds of Ground Beef...
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Discussion Overview
The thread explores the capacity of a 12" skillet for browning ground beef, with participants sharing their personal experiences and varying opinions on how much can be cooked at one time. The conversation also touches on other large volume cooking ideas.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant mentions they have successfully browned 3 pounds of ground beef.
- Another participant shares their experience of cooking 5 pounds in the skillet, detailing their method and results.
- Several users note that they have also cooked 3.5 pounds, with one participant emphasizing the importance of draining the fat for browning.
- One participant expresses skepticism about fitting more than 3 pounds, suggesting it might lead to steaming rather than browning.
- Another participant mentions they have heard of others cooking up to 7 pounds, indicating a range of opinions on the skillet's capacity.
- Some participants discuss using the skillet for other large volume cooking, such as scrambling eggs or making rice krispy treats.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the maximum amount of ground beef that can be browned in the skillet, with some participants reporting success with 5 pounds while others express doubts about cooking more than 3 pounds.
Contextual Notes
Participants share their cooking experiences and preferences, with some discussing methods for freezing cooked meat for later use.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants interested in cooking techniques and capacity of the 12" skillet may find the shared experiences and ideas beneficial.
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! Go figure! Maybe one of us should try!
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Ground beef is on sale thru today at my local Albertson's...I am going to go buy 5 pounds and then fry it up. I'll report back.
I have been told from the beginning that you can do 5 pounds but never checked it...this thread really makes me want to verify the validity of what I tell my customers!
More later....and then I'll have lots of cooked ground beef to freeze for easy meals later!
b
I have been told from the beginning that you can do 5 pounds but never checked it...this thread really makes me want to verify the validity of what I tell my customers!
More later....and then I'll have lots of cooked ground beef to freeze for easy meals later!
b
Just did 5 pounds of ground beef. No problem in the 12 inch family sized skillet, executive.
Because of some of the comments in previous posts, I decided to put my skillet on high heat. I put the ground beef in, broken up into handfuls. As the meat began to cook, I used the mix n chop. I kept the heat on high for virtually the entire cooking process. The meat did need to be moved around so the mix and chop did come in handy...if you don't have it, use a spatula.
Once the meat really started cooking, I began to stir the meat every 4-5 minutes. I used the mix n chop most of the time.
After about 15 minutes, I drained the fat off the ground beef...it was cooked but not browning, a concern in another post.
After I drained the fat, I used continued to cook the meat, now on a more medium setting. I used my mix and chop (or a spatula) to keep it moving around. Within about 10 minutes, the meat was now cooked AND browned.
I could have definately continued to cook iit longer, on higher heat, to get even more browning but...it's Saturday and I'm ready to call it a day.
Experiment results: YES, you can do 5 pounds of ground beef in the 12 inch skillet.
You need to be paying attention to the meat to get it cooked, drained and then browned.
After the meat was cooked, there was definately room for a pasta sauce, onions, etc., to be added.
So...(IMO) 5 pounds it is!
Go for it....
Because of some of the comments in previous posts, I decided to put my skillet on high heat. I put the ground beef in, broken up into handfuls. As the meat began to cook, I used the mix n chop. I kept the heat on high for virtually the entire cooking process. The meat did need to be moved around so the mix and chop did come in handy...if you don't have it, use a spatula.
Once the meat really started cooking, I began to stir the meat every 4-5 minutes. I used the mix n chop most of the time.
After about 15 minutes, I drained the fat off the ground beef...it was cooked but not browning, a concern in another post.
After I drained the fat, I used continued to cook the meat, now on a more medium setting. I used my mix and chop (or a spatula) to keep it moving around. Within about 10 minutes, the meat was now cooked AND browned.
I could have definately continued to cook iit longer, on higher heat, to get even more browning but...it's Saturday and I'm ready to call it a day.
Experiment results: YES, you can do 5 pounds of ground beef in the 12 inch skillet.
You need to be paying attention to the meat to get it cooked, drained and then browned.
After the meat was cooked, there was definately room for a pasta sauce, onions, etc., to be added.
So...(IMO) 5 pounds it is!
Go for it....
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reading all the posts sold me, lol. I have really been wanting this pan, and with the pan-o-rama I am going to get mine. I have enough already but waiting until its done to put in the point. Thrilled to know how I can sell more of these, before the deadline. This is a great idea thanks for sharing it.
I have done 3.5 pounds in there.
Brown. Drain/rinse in our colander, and use 2 cups per quart freezer bag. Then, I freeze them to use in sloppy joe, tacos, spaghetti sauce, hamburger helper, etc. (2 cups browned = 1 pound raw)
Deb..........newbie
I have done 3.5 pounds in there.
Brown. Drain/rinse in our colander, and use 2 cups per quart freezer bag. Then, I freeze them to use in sloppy joe, tacos, spaghetti sauce, hamburger helper, etc. (2 cups browned = 1 pound raw)
Deb..........newbie
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pounds of ground beef do I need for a family of four?
For a family of four, you typically need about 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground beef for a main dish. This amount allows for generous servings and leftovers, depending on the recipe and the appetites of your family members.
How many pounds of ground beef are in a standard recipe for tacos?
A standard recipe for tacos usually calls for about 1 pound of ground beef, which can serve 4 to 6 people. If you're expecting a larger crowd or want leftovers, consider using 1.5 to 2 pounds.
How many pounds of ground beef do I need for a potluck dish?
For a potluck dish, you should plan on about 1 pound of ground beef for every 4 to 6 servings. If you're making a dish like chili or meatballs, 2 to 3 pounds may be more appropriate to ensure everyone gets enough.
How many pounds of ground beef should I buy for meal prepping?
If you're meal prepping, consider buying 3 to 5 pounds of ground beef. This allows you to cook multiple meals at once, such as casseroles, tacos, or stir-fries, and can save time throughout the week.
How many pounds of ground beef do I need for burgers?
For burgers, plan on about 1/4 to 1/3 pound of ground beef per burger. Therefore, if you're making 4 burgers, you'll need approximately 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground beef, depending on how thick you want the patties.
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