Description
The Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Bowl is a comforting dish that combines creamy, melted cheese with savory ground beef and tender potatoes. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the crispy edges of the baked potatoes to the rich, gooey cheese that envelops the hearty filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Potato Base:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- For the Cheese Topping:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in paprika, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat.
- In a separate pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder to the potatoes, mashing them until smooth.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in a greased baking dish, then layer the beef mixture on top.
- Spread sour cream over the beef, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Use dairy-free cheese and sour cream for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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