Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ tsp dried oregano
Instructions
1. Prepping Ingredients
- Dice potatoes, onions, and bell peppers into small, uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Mince garlic finely.
2. Cooking the Ground Beef
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula.
- Cook until browned (~5-7 minutes), then drain excess fat.
3. Sautéing Vegetables
- In the same pan, add onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
- Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
4. Adding Potatoes and Seasoning
- Stir in potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Pour in Worcestershire sauce and beef broth, mixing well.
- Cover and let simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Adding Cheese and Final Touches
- Once potatoes are tender, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the casserole.
- Cover the skillet for 2 minutes until the cheese melts.
6. Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for extra flavor.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Make it Spicier: Add ½ tsp cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Add More Protein: Use turkey, chicken, or plant-based ground meat.
- Vegetable Variations: Swap bell peppers for carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- Dairy-Free Version: Skip cheese or use plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop & Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Calories: ~400 kcal
- Sugar: ~4g
- Sodium: ~500mg
- Fat: ~18g
- Saturated Fat: ~6g
- Carbohydrates: ~35g
- Fiber: ~5g
- Protein: ~28g