Here’s a simple and comforting recipe for Ground Beef and Potatoes—a hearty, one-pan meal. This is flexible, so you can make it skillet-style, baked, or even as a hash.
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 3–4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water (optional, for moisture)
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or shredded cheese
Instructions
1. Cook the potatoes
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced potatoes and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and starting to soften.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the ground beef
- In the same skillet, add another 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no pink remains (~6–8 minutes).
- Season with paprika, salt, pepper, and optional herbs.
3. Combine and cook together
- Return the potatoes to the skillet.
- Stir everything together and add beef broth or water if needed for moisture.
- Cover and cook another 5–7 minutes until potatoes are fully tender and flavors meld.
4. Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley or sprinkle with shredded cheese if desired.
- Serve hot as a main dish with a salad, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce while cooking the beef.
- Swap regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter, nutritious twist.
- Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño.
If you want, I can also give a baked casserole-style version where the ground beef and potatoes are layered and baked with cheese—it’s easy for meal prep and feeds a crowd.
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