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Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes

A hearty, comforting skillet meal of golden potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheese — a cozy family favorite for any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus extra for topping
  • 0.5 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Peel and dice potatoes. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. Brown ground beef in skillet; drain excess fat.
  3. Add onions and garlic; cook until soft.
  4. Stir in potatoes, paprika, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  6. Pour in milk, stir, and add cheese until melted.
  7. Top with extra cheese and parsley before serving.

Notes

For a crispy cheese top, broil the skillet for 2–3 minutes before serving.