Ah, ground beef and potatoes, the comfort food duo we all underestimate—until we don’t.
Trust me, I was once a skeptic. In my mind, “meat and potatoes” used to be synonymous with a culinary yawn.
But here’s where we’ve all been sleeping: the simplicity of the dish is precisely its charm and versatility.
Why Ground Beef and Potatoes Are Anything But Ordinary
Imagine, lean ground beef harmonizing with spiced, tender potatoes, enhanced by a medley of onions, red bell peppers, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
This one-skillet wonder will have both veggie skeptics and gourmet aficionados asking for seconds.
The cliché “meat and potatoes” lifestyle is often a dig at those who avoid gastronomic thrills.
But, as it turns out, the joke’s on us—because these “basic” ingredients can produce a symphony of flavors.
My own culinary instincts didn’t even consider the idea of coupling beef with potatoes outside of Shepherd’s Pie or Ground Beef Stroganoff.
And yet, here I am, stunned by the endearing allure of this simple yet robust dish.
What Makes this Ground Beef and Potato Recipe Exceptional
When it comes to versatility, lean ground beef is a culinary hero.
Rich in protein, iron, and vitamins, it adapts willingly to spices and companions.
You might find it in global favorites like Taco Skillets or Korean Beef Bowls.
But when paired with the humble spud, something magical occurs.
It’s like discovering your childhood teddy bear has a Ph.D. in quantum physics.
Ingredients
2 tbsp canola oil
1 lb Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 lb ground beef 93% lean
1 small yellow onion finely chopped
1 red bell pepper finely diced
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp kosher salt plus extra for seasoning
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1-2 tsp hot sauce e.g., sriracha, plus extra for garnish
2 green onions thinly sliced
Optional for Serving:
Plain non-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
Shredded cheddar cheese
Brown rice or cauliflower rice
Instructions
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