Ground Beef and Potato Recipes
Discover delicious ground beef and potato recipes perfect for family dinners. From hearty casseroles to comforting skillet meals, I share my favorite ways to combine these staples.
Equipment
- Large skillet with lid
- Spatula or Wooden Spoon
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Measuring Spoons
- Optional: cheese grater
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup beef broth or water for moisture, optional
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook Potatoes:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden. Remove and set aside.
Cook Beef:
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Add Aromatics:
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet with beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Combine and Season:
- Return potatoes to the skillet. Stir in paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add broth if mixture seems dry. Cook for 5 more minutes.
Optional Cheese:
- Sprinkle cheese over the top and cover until melted.
Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Protein: 23g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: ~520mg