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Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet

Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet: Easy Comfort Food Delight

Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet combines cheesy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and crispy bacon for a nutritious, comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb lean ground beef use 96/4 to keep it healthy
  • 2 cups red and gold mini potatoes thinly sliced; substitute with russet if needed
  • 6 slices center cut bacon fresh bacon enhances flavor and crunch
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce crucial for deepening beef flavor
  • 1 cup skim milk necessary for moisture; avoid plant-based milks
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar skip low-fat versions for optimal flavor
  • 1 tsp dry mustard infuses a zesty tang
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika gives a lovely smoky aroma
  • 1 tsp garlic powder elevates the overall flavor
  • 1 tsp kosher salt adjust to your preference
  • 1 tsp black pepper adjust to your preference
Optional Topping
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions adds freshness and color
  • 2 slices extra crispy bacon for added crunch on top

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • oven

Method
 

Steps to Make Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the chopped raw bacon in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until crispy.
  3. Remove the bacon and drain any excess grease, keeping flavor in the skillet.
  4. Brown the ground beef, stirring in dry mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until there's no pink remaining.
  5. Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the skillet, followed by the cooked ground beef mixture.
  6. Top with the remaining sliced potatoes.
  7. Pour the skim milk over layered ingredients and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
  9. Serve warm, finishing with crispy bacon and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Blot excess grease with paper towels to avoid an oily dish and ensure the skillet is mostly dry after browning the beef to prevent it from becoming soupy.

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