Description
Ground beef and potatoes cooked in one skillet with bell peppers, onions, and spices. A cozy, customizable, and hearty family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1.5 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup beef stock or water
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2โ3 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin, divided
- 2 teaspoons paprika, divided
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- ยฝ teaspoon black pepper, divided
Instructions
- 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. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add cubed potatoes to the same skillet. Season with the remaining spices. Pour in beef stock or water, cover, and cook for 8โ10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add diced onion and red bell pepper. Sautรฉ until softened and aromatic.
- Return cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard. Mix well.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and serve hot.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for a creamy texture that holds shape.
- Add cheese for a rich, melty topping.
- Swap in ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Leftovers store well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Customize with veggies like carrots, peas, or spinach.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: ground beef and potatoes, beef hash, minced beef and potatoes, one-pan dinner, comfort food, skillet meals