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Ground Beef with Potatoes

Savory Ground Beef with Potatoes: Comfort in Every Bite

This delicious Ground Beef with Potatoes recipe combines simplicity and satisfaction, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 blend) Optimal for flavor and moisture retention.
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Paprika Offers smokiness
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Infuses herbal notes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Caramelizes for rich depth
For the Potatoes
  • 2 lbs Russet Potatoes Washed, peeled, and diced
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or Water Adds moisture
For Garnish
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash, peel, and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Rinse them in cold water, then pat dry.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden-brown. Set aside.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and internal temperature is 160°F. Drain excess fat.
  4. Sauté chopped onion in the skillet for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Pour in beef broth or water to deglaze. Fold in potatoes and simmer for 10–15 minutes until tender.
  7. Taste for seasoning, adjust if needed, let rest for 2–3 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is budget-friendly and versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or switch to leaner meats like turkey.

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