Description
This hearty Beef and Potatoes Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, all simmered together and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Units
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Meat
- 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7 lean recommended)
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes (red or Yukon yellow potatoes can also be used)
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Liquids
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook, crumbling it with a spoon, until it is no longer pink and cooked through.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the finely diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Add potatoes and seasonings: Stir in the diced potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme to the beef and vegetables mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Simmer until potatoes are tender: Pour in the beef broth and cover the skillet with a lid. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let everything simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork tender. If potatoes need more time, add a little water or beef broth and continue simmering until fully cooked. Remove lid to evaporate any excess liquid if needed.
- Add cheese and melt: Remove the lid and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again and allow it to sit for about 2 minutes over low heat, letting the cheese melt thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting, cheesy Beef and Potatoes Skillet!
Notes
- Potatoes Tips: Red or Yukon yellow potatoes can be used as substitutes. Cut potatoes into small cubes to ensure they cook evenly and thoroughly in the given time. If potatoes are still firm after simmering, add a splash more liquid and cover again until tender.
- Ground Beef: 93/7 lean ground beef is preferred for a flavorful yet lower-fat option.
- Garlic: Use fresh minced or pressed garlic for best flavor. Garlic paste or jarred pre-chopped garlic can also be used as convenient alternatives.
