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Italian Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe

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This hearty Italian Ground Beef and Potatoes recipe is a comforting one-pan meal featuring tender russet potatoes simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with seasoned ground beef. Enhanced with garlic, onions, Italian seasoning, and a touch of crushed red pepper, it is finished with a sprinkle of Asiago or Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner, this dish delivers rich Italian flavors with simple ingredients in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup chopped red onion (or sweet onion)
  • 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes

Seasonings and Liquids

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cans water (using 1 can from the diced tomatoes can)
  • ¼ - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Finishing Touches

  • ½ cup shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan and sauté beef: Heat a large 14-inch sauté pan or 6-quart pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onions, and Italian seasoning. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat apart, stirring frequently until the beef is fully cooked and onions are softened.
  2. Prep the potatoes: While the beef cooks, peel and cut the russet potatoes into ½ inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
  3. Add liquids and potatoes, then simmer: Stir the canned diced tomatoes and one can of water into the skillet with the cooked beef mixture. Add the cubed potatoes and crushed red pepper. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
  4. Cook until potatoes are tender: Allow the mixture to simmer gently for at least 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes become fork-tender. If the consistency becomes too thick, add additional water as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve with cheese and parsley: Once cooked through, serve the dish warm topped with a generous sprinkle of shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley for garnish.

Notes

  • The potato cubes should be uniform in size for even cooking.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper to your preferred level of heat.
  • Add extra water if the sauce thickens too much during simmering.
  • Fresh grated cheese melts best when sprinkled on hot food just before serving.
  • Use sweet onions if you prefer a milder onion flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://glowcooks.com/italian-ground-beef-and-potatoes-recipe/