Easy Dinner with Ground Beef (Special Flavor)
This easy dinner with ground beef brings bold flavor to the table while staying simple enough for a busy night. The recipe blends seasoned ground beef, tender red potatoes, and melted cheese into one skillet that feels comforting and exciting at the same time.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 red potatoes diced small
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Southwest seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dice the red potatoes into small, even pieces.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Shred the cheese and set all ingredients aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes, Southwest seasoning, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together well.
- Cover the skillet and cook for about 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
- Lower the heat, sprinkle the cheese over the skillet, cover again, and let it melt fully before serving.
Notes
Customize this recipe with bell peppers, corn, or different cheese types. Works great for meal prep and reheats well.