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Ground Beef and Potato Skillet with Cheddar and Green Onions Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful skillet dish combining seasoned ground beef with tender potatoes, enhanced by smoky paprika, sharp cheddar cheese, and complemented by optional sour cream and hot sauce. Perfect for a comforting family meal that comes together in under an hour.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound 90/10 ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces
  • ½ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions

Optional for Serving

  • Sour cream
  • Hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground beef, diced onion, chopped garlic, and chopped green bell pepper. Cook while breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the beef is browned and the onions become soft, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add the potatoes and sauce: Stir in kosher salt, smoked paprika, dried oregano, onion powder, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in the chicken stock, add the peeled and chopped potatoes, and stir until well combined. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  3. Simmer the mixture: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, approximately 20 minutes.
  4. Melt the cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and evenly sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese over the top. Cover again and let sit for 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  5. Serve: Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately. Optionally, accompany with sour cream and hot sauce for additional flavor.

Notes

  • Use 90/10 ground beef for a good balance of flavor and fat content.
  • Ensure potatoes are cut into uniform ½-inch pieces for even cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and smoked paprika.
  • Do not skip the resting step with the cheese as it allows it to melt perfectly over the dish.
  • The sour cream and hot sauce are optional but add great creaminess and heat respectively.
  • If desired, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock for a different flavor profile.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/ground-beef-and-potato-skillet-with-cheddar-and-green-onions-recipe/