Description
Cheesy One Pot Beef and Potatoes is a creamy savory beef dinner made with tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, vegetables, milk, and melted cheddar cheese all cooked in one skillet.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2–2½ pounds russet potatoes, sliced thin
1¼ pounds lean ground beef
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeño, chopped
1 sweet onion, chopped
4 oz mushrooms, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice the potatoes lengthwise and cut into ¼-inch thick pieces.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add potatoes and cook about 8 minutes, stirring often, until slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
4. Cook bell pepper and onion in the same pan for 3 minutes until softened.
5. Add ground beef and cook until lightly browned, breaking it apart.
6. Stir in garlic, mushrooms, seasoning, salt, and tomato paste.
7. Return potatoes to the pan and stir to combine.
8. Pour in milk, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt.
10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Slice potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting texture.
Add extra milk when reheating to maintain creaminess.