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Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet

Cozy Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet for Busy Nights

This cozy Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet combines savory beef and hearty potatoes for a quick, satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can be substituted with ground turkey or pork
  • 4 medium Potatoes adjust simmer time based on potato type
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh cloves are ideal, but minced can be used
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper fresh ground preferred
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika for extra warmth
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil or butter for frying

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. Start by dicing your potatoes into small, even pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat two tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until browned.
  4. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add the diced potatoes along with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir together.
  6. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This meal is excellent for meal prep and keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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