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Quick Mince and Potato Skillet
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Quick Mince and Potato Skillet
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Quick Mince and Potato Skillet

A flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, topped with melted cheese. This recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a comforting weeknight dinner, ready in under an hour.
#Mince
#Potatoes
#Skillet
#Easy Recipe
#Quick Meal
#Dinner
#Lunch
#Comfort Food
#Ground Beef
#Cheese
Sautéing the Potatoes
Sautéing the Potatoes

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
50m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Comfort Food
English
Nutrition (per serving)
480
Calories
35g
Protein
38g
Carbs
28g
Fat
Browning the Ground Beef
Browning the Ground Beef

Ingredients

  • Potatoes
    (peeled and sliced into thin rounds or diced)

    2 medium
  • Olive Oil
    (divided)

    2 tablespoons
  • Onion
    (finely chopped)

    1 medium
  • Garlic
    (minced)

    2 cloves
  • Ground Beef
    (lean mince)

    500 grams
  • Red Bell Pepper
    (diced)

    1 medium
  • Diced Tomatoes
    (400g/14oz, undrained)

    1 can
  • Smoked Paprika

    1 teaspoon
  • Chili Powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Cumin Powder

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Salt

    to taste
  • Black Pepper

    to taste
  • Shredded Cheese
    (cheddar or mozzarella)

    1 cup
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro
    (chopped)

    for garnish
Servings: 4
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Mince and Vegetable Mixture
Mince and Vegetable Mixture

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the potatoes by peeling and slicing them into thin rounds or dicing them into small cubes.
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    Prepare the potatoes by peeling and slicing them into thin rounds or dicing them into small cubes.
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    Ensure potatoes are uniformly sliced for even cooking.
  • 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prepared potatoes and cook until golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
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    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prepared potatoes and cook until golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
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    Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary for crispier potatoes.
  • 3

    Remove cooked potatoes from the skillet and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
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    Remove cooked potatoes from the skillet and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
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    Reserving some oil helps prevent sticking and adds flavor.
  • 4

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
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    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
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    Cook until translucent, but don't burn the garlic.
  • 5

    Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
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    Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
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    Browning the mince well adds depth of flavor.
  • 6

    Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
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    Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
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    Cooking the bell pepper separately helps it retain some crunch.
  • 7

    Add the can of diced tomatoes (undrained), smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin powder to the skillet. Season with additional salt and pepper.
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    Add the can of diced tomatoes (undrained), smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin powder to the skillet. Season with additional salt and pepper.
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    Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • 8

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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    A gentle simmer is key to developing rich flavors.
  • 9

    Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet, gently folding them into the mince mixture until evenly combined.
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    Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet, gently folding them into the mince mixture until evenly combined.
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    Be gentle to avoid mashing the tender potatoes.
  • 10

    Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mince and potato mixture. Cover the skillet or place it under a broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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    Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mince and potato mixture. Cover the skillet or place it under a broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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    If using a broiler, keep a close watch to prevent burning.
  • 11

    Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro before serving hot.
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    Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro before serving hot.
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    Fresh herbs add a bright, finishing touch.
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