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5 from 2 votes

Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Recipe

Warm, cheesy, and savory. This ground beef and potato recipe will become a repeat in your weekly dinner rotation.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesy ground beef and potato casserole, ground beef and potato recipes, ground beef and potatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 525kcal

Ingredients

For the Meat and Potato Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 Russet potatoes diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

For the Cheese Sauce

  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • `1 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper

Optional Garnish

  • 2 Green onions sliced
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Cook the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes in the same skillet and cook until they soften, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Add Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the potatoes. Stir and cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Season and Combine: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Add salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  • Start the Cheese Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  • Complete the Cheese Sauce: Slowly add the milk to the roux while whisking to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Once it starts to thicken, add the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Combine and Cook: Pour the cheese sauce over the ground beef and potato mixture in the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  • Final Cooking: Cover the skillet and lower the heat to medium-low. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
  • Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Skillet!

Nutrition

Calories: 525kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 905mg | Potassium: 939mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 362mg | Iron: 3mg