Description
This Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes recipe features tender, golden potatoes simmered with savory ground beef and a creamy tomato sauce, topped with melty cheese and fresh herbs. It’s a hearty, comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners or when you need a satisfying meal that combines simplicity with rich flavors.
Ingredients
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Potato Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 1/2 lbs potatoes (any kind), cubed
- 1/2 medium onion, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sauce and Toppings:
- 3/4 cup low sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup cream (heavy or half-and-half)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Prepare Potato Mixture: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables and Beef: Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with potatoes. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 3 minutes. Push the mixture to one side and add ground beef to the empty side. Break apart the beef with a spatula and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Mix everything together. Stir in tomato paste, minced garlic, seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, ground mustard, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Add Sauces: Pour in the broth, tomato sauce, and cream. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Melt Cheese and Serve: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Potatoes: Use red-skinned or Yukon gold potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
- Cooking Tip: To save time, pre-cook or microwave the potatoes before adding to the skillet.
- Variations: Swap ground beef for sausage, turkey, or plant-based proteins. Adjust spice level with more red pepper flakes or hot sauce. Add vegetables like corn or peas for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
