Easy Cuban-Style Beef Picadillo

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

chopped sweet onion

1 cup

chopped red bell pepper

dried bay leaves

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1 1/2 lb

95% lean ground beef

1/2 tsp

kosher salt

1/4 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 1/2 tsp

ground cumin

cayenne pepper,

1/4 cup

tomato paste

14 1/2 oz

can diced tomatoes with garlic and onions

1/4 cup

sliced pimento stuffed green olives

1 tbsp

brine from olives

splashes of red wine vinegar

fresh chopped cilantro for garnish, if desired