Cheesy One Pot Beef and Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1.8 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and sliced ¼ inch thick
• 2 Romano peppers (or bell peppers), chopped
• 1.1 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp chili flakes
• 2 tbsp double concentrated tomato paste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1½ cups grated cheddar

Instructions

1. Prep the Ingredients:

   • Peel and slice the potatoes.
   • Chop the onion, parsley, and Romano peppers.
   • Mince the garlic.

2. Cook the Potatoes:

   • Heat olive oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the potatoes and cook for about 6 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the Peppers & Beef:

   • In the same skillet, add the peppers and cook for 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
   • Add the ground beef and break it up into pieces. Cook until slightly browned, about 2 minutes.

4. Add Onion, Garlic & Spices:

   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
   • Stir in the paprika, black pepper, Italian seasoning, salt, chili flakes, and tomato paste.

5. Combine & Cook:

   • Add the parsley and cooked potatoes back into the skillet, gently stirring to combine.
   • Pour in the chicken broth, cover with a lid, and cook for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

6. Add Cheese:

   • Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top, cover the skillet, and let the cheese melt completely.

7. Garnish & Serve:

   • Garnish with additional parsley and chili flakes. Serve hot with a side salad. Enjoy!