Hearty Potatoes and Ground Beef Bake
This comforting dish of golden potatoes and savory ground beef is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Topped with melted cheese, it combines rich flavors that warm the soul, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare, this recipe allows you to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready for hearty portions that will have everyone returning for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the potatoes into small cubes. Mince the garlic and chop the onion finely.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle a little oil, then add the chopped onions. Sauté until they become translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in the diced potatoes along with minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Mix well and let cook until potatoes start to soften.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer everything to a greased baking dish and cover generously with shredded cheese.
- Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg