Description
A hearty and cheesy ground beef and potatoes skillet dish that combines flavorful seasoned beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese, topped with fresh herbs for a satisfying meal.
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
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Prepare Potato Mixture: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables and Beef: Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with potatoes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Push the vegetables to the side, then add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add Flavors: Mix in the tomato paste, minced garlic, seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, ground mustard, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Add Sauces: Pour in the broth, tomato sauce, and cream. Stir everything together, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Melt Cheese and Serve: Once potatoes are cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Potatoes: Use red-skinned or Yukon gold for better flavor and texture.
- Cooking Tip: To speed up prep, pre-cook potatoes in the microwave for 3-4 minutes before adding to the skillet.
- Variations: Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken, or add vegetables like mushrooms 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
