Savory Ground Beef, Potato, and Spinach Stew

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1. 1
   Heat oil in a large pot and add the ground beef. Season with salt and black pepper, then let it brown.
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2. 2
   Cut the potatoes into chunks. Once the beef releases its juices, add the potatoes to the pot and season with more salt.
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3. 3
   Finely chop the onion, garlic cloves, and serrano chiles.
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4. 4
   Dice the tomatoes into small cubes.
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5. 5
   Once the meat and potatoes begin to brown, add the chopped onion and garlic, allowing them to lightly brown.
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6. 6
   Tear the spinach into large pieces.
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7. 7
   Add the diced tomatoes and serrano chiles to the pot, letting the tomato juices release into the stew.
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8. 8
   Stir in the spinach and let everything cook together until the spinach is tender.
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9. 9
   Prepare the avocado sauce: halve the avocado, then add the serrano chiles, cilantro, half of the onion, salt, and a little water. Grind everything together in a molcajete (or blender) until smooth and well combined.
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    Serve the finished stew with the avocado sauce and warm tortillas.
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