Delicious Recipe
A comforting and hearty Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes skillet dish, featuring tender potatoes cooked with savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and topped with melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings & Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even cooking and a nice crumbly texture.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onions soften and release a fragrant aroma, blending their flavors with the beef.
- Add Potatoes and Season: Stir in the diced potatoes along with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Mix everything well to coat the potatoes evenly with the spices.
- Simmer: Pour in the beef broth and cover the skillet. Lower the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has absorbed, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Melt Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef and potatoes. Cover the skillet again and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts into a creamy, gooey topping.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish before serving hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese.
- You can substitute beef broth with vegetable broth for a lighter taste.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamy texture or russet potatoes for a fluffier bite.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated; just add a little broth to moisten before warming.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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