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Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes

Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes: Your Comfort Food Fix

Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes is a one-pan comfort dish that combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can be swapped with canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped shallots can be used for a milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced can substitute with garlic powder
  • 3 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced Yukon gold or red potatoes work well
  • 1 tsp Salt using kosher or sea salt provides a cleaner taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper white pepper can be used for a less visible seasoning
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika can intensify the flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano fresh oregano can enhance the dish
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped can substitute with basil or chives

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula for 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  3. Incorporate 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves into the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add 3 peeled and diced medium potatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano. Stir for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour 1/2 cup of beef broth over the mixture, reduce heat to low, and allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Once the potatoes are tender, uncover and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, brown the beef well and avoid overcooking the potatoes. Add vegetables for additional nutrition.

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