Beef and Potato Mix (Print)

A warming mix of spiced beef, chunky potatoes and melty cheese that cooks up all gooey and delicious in just under 60 minutes.

# Ingredients:

01 - 4 medium potatoes

02 - 1 pound of ground beef

03 - 1 cup of sour cream

04 - 1 medium onion

05 - 1/2 cup of beef stock

06 - 2 garlic cloves

07 - 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

08 - 1/2 teaspoon of paprika

09 - 1 teaspoon of dried thyme

10 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil

11 - 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

12 - 1 teaspoon of salt

01 - Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let it warm up.

02 - Chop up the onion, dice the potatoes into small chunks, and mince the garlic.

03 - Heat some olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Toss in the garlic and onion, and cook until their smell fills the air.

04 - Put the ground beef into the skillet and season it with paprika, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Keep cooking until it's browned all over.

05 - Pour in the beef stock and stir everything well. Let it cook for a little while and then turn off the heat.

06 - Take a bowl and mix the potatoes and beef mixture together. Add half the cheddar cheese and all the sour cream, and gently fold it in.

07 - Spread the mixture out into a baking dish, making sure the top is even. Add the rest of the cheddar cheese on top.

08 - Cover the dish tightly using foil and let it bake in the oven for about 30 minutes.

09 - Take the foil off and let it bake for about 10-15 minutes more, or until the cheese is melted and golden.

10 - Take the dish out of the oven and leave it alone for a few minutes before scooping it up to serve.

01 - Keep the potato pieces about the same size so they cook evenly.

02 - For a crunchy topping, broil the dish for a couple of minutes after taking off the foil.

03 - Use cream cheese or heavy cream instead of sour cream if you want it creamier.

04 - You can add extra veggies like carrots, peas, or peppers for more taste and nutrients.

05 - Throw in some cayenne or chopped chili if you like a bit of heat.