Description
A hearty and flavorful dish, Ground Beef and Potatoes is a comforting meal that combines seasoned lean ground beef with tender Yukon gold potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and a savory sauce. This one-skillet recipe is easy to make and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients for Ground Beef:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon cumin (divided)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (divided)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
Ingredients for Potatoes:
- 1.5 lbs Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 cup beef stock or water
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 tablespoon cumin (divided)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (divided)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2–3 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with half the spices, and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the Potatoes: In the same skillet, add the cubed potatoes. Season with the remaining half of the spices. Pour in 1 cup of beef stock, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Saute Vegetables: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet with the potatoes. Saute until the vegetables are softened.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, mixing well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize the spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Saute, Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Ground Beef, Potatoes, One-skillet, Comfort food, Easy, Dinner
