Description
One Pot Ground Beef & Potatoes is a delightful and hearty dish that brings comfort to your dinner table with minimal effort. This wholesome recipe features tender ground beef, creamy potatoes, and a medley of seasonings all cooked in one pot, ensuring easy cleanup and maximum flavor. Perfect for busy families or gatherings, this dish is not only filling but also versatile enough to adapt to your taste preferences. Enjoy a satisfying meal that warms the soul in under an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent (3-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it up with a spatula. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and bell peppers; cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and add salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before serving hot directly from the pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg