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Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes

Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes is a cozy, family-friendly comfort meal made with tender potatoes, savory seasoned beef, and melty cheese. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main CourseCuisine: AmericanServings: 6Calories: ~580 per serving
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Potatoes
  • 1½ lb potatoes russet or Yukon Gold, peeled and diced
  • Salt for boiling water
  • Beef Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 or 85/15
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Cheesy Finish
  • ¾ cup milk or beef broth
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup sour cream optional, for extra creaminess
  • Optional Garnish
  • Chopped parsley or green onions

Method
 

  1. Cook the Potatoes
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add diced potatoes and cook until just fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. Brown the Beef
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
  5. Build the Flavor
  6. Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Combine
  8. Add cooked potatoes to the beef mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  9. Make It Creamy
  10. Pour in milk or broth and simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in sour cream if using.
  11. Add Cheese
  12. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and cook until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Serve
  14. Garnish if desired and serve warm.