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Ground Beef and Potatoes: The Weeknight MVP

  • Author: Tyla
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This is comfort food that shows up, gets the job done, and tastes like a hug in skillet form. We’re talking crispy golden potatoes, savory ground beef, and sautéed onions all coming together in one big, sizzling pan of yum. It’s the kind of meal you throw together with pantry basics and somehow end up with something that tastes like you really tried.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Players:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or russets work great)

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter for frying

Optional But Excellent Add-Ins:

  • A splash of Worcestershire sauce

  • Chopped green bell pepper or jalapeño

  • Shredded cheddar or pepper jack

  • Chopped fresh parsley or chives for a little flair

Instructions

  1. Crisp the Potatoes
    In a large skillet, heat 1–2 tbsp oil over medium heat. Toss in the diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and let them cook until golden and tender — about 10–12 minutes. Stir occasionally to get that crispy magic going. Set aside.

  2. Beef It Up
    In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed and cook your ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Toss in the onion and garlic and sauté until everything’s soft and fragrant (5–7 minutes).

  3. Spice It Right
    Sprinkle in paprika, oregano, and anything else your heart desires. Want it spicy? Add a pinch of cayenne. Want it smoky? Smoked paprika is your friend.

  4. Bring It All Together
    Return the crispy potatoes to the skillet. Mix it all up and let everything hang out together for a few minutes so the flavors get cozy. Taste and adjust seasonings.

  5. Top + Serve
    Sprinkle with cheese if using, let it melt a bit, then finish with fresh herbs and serve hot. You did it.

Notes

Sub ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter option.
• Toss in some frozen peas or corn for color + veggie bonus.
• Make it Tex-Mex with taco seasoning and pepper jack cheese.
• Add mushrooms and thyme for a beefy-potato-shepherd’s-pie-meets-skillet situation

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~420 per serving
  • Protein: ~20g

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