Description

A hearty and satisfying one-skillet meal featuring seasoned ground beef, roasted potatoes, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights and loved by the whole family.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
2 cups diced Yukon gold or russet potatoes
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
3 tbsp olive oil
Optional: bell peppers, peas, or spinach

Instructions

Dice the potatoes into small cubes, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and shred the cheese. Gather all ingredients.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Cook the chopped onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned and no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and stir them with the beef mixture until well combined.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

[‘Use Yukon gold or russet potatoes for best results.’, ‘Don’t overcrowd the skillet to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika for maximum flavor.’, ‘Add optional veggies like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.’, ‘Shred cheese fresh for better melting.’]

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 600
Fat: 25
Saturated Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 3
Protein: 25

Keywords: cheesy, meat, potato, skillet, comfort food, easy dinner, one-pan meal, weeknight dinner, hearty meal