Name: Simple Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp salted butter; 1 ½ lbs baby yellow potatoes (chopped in half); 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 cup diced yellow onion; 4 garlic cloves (- minced); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 cups beef broth; 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

This easy, one-pot family favorite is packed with ground beef, baby potatoes, and cheesy goodness—perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters alike!

Close up of cheesy potatoes with ground beef all in one pot

Why I Love This Recipe

Yum! This recipe is right up my alley. It's my kind of go-to family meal for busy weeknights. It's got ground beef, baby potatoes and some cheesiness... what's not to love?

If you've been reading my blog for a while, I'm sure you know how much I love easy one pot recipes! They are the best way to get dinner on the table FAST! And this recipe is no exception. Everything is cooked in one large pot which makes your life easier. This is a great recipe for picky eaters - the flavors are pretty simple and everyone can customize it using sauces - top with hot sauce, salsa, ketchup... or more cheese! So good.

Recipe Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp salted butter
1 ½ lbs baby yellow potatoes - chopped in half
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup diced yellow onion
4 garlic cloves - minced
½ tsp salt
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground black pepper
2 Tbsp tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Kitchen Equipment I Used

Staub Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Ground Beef Masher

Four images grouped, first is baby potatoes in strainer, second is sliced potatoes on cutting board, third is melted butter in pot, fourth is chopped potatoes in pot

How To Make One-Pot Cheesy Beef and Potatoes

Full ingredients and instructions are also in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

STEP 1: Heat The Pot

Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil and 1 Tbsp of salted butter once the pot is hot.

STEP 2: Cook Potatoes

Add 1 ½ lbs of chopped baby potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are crispy. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Four images grouped first is raw ground beef in pot, second is browed crumbled ground beef in pot, third and fourth have chopped onion and minced garlic dumped in unmixed then mixed

STEP 3: Cook Ground Beef

Add 1 lb of ground beef to the pot, breaking it into small pieces with a ground beef masher or the tip of a spatula. Cook and crumble until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

STEP 4: Add Onion + Garlic

Add 1 cup of chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the ground beef. Stir and cook for 1 minute.

Four images grouped , first is ground beef mixture, second has tomato paste and spices added, third has broth and potatoes dumped in, last has them mixed

STEP 5: Add Spices

Add 2 Tbsp tomato paste, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp ground black pepper, ½ tsp paprika, and ½ tsp dried oregano. Mix together.

STEP 6: Add Broth + Simmer

Pour in 2 cups of beef broth and give everything a good stir. Cover with a lid and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broth has reduced and the potatoes are fork-tender.

Four images grouped, first is red pot with lid, second is pot with ground beef, third has shredded cheese on top, fourth has cheesy beef potatoes mixed together

STEP 7: Add Cheese

Remove the pot from the heat. Add 1 ½ cups shredded cheese and stir into the potatoes. Now it's ready to serve!

QUICK TIP: Feel free to add more shredded cheese if you want your beef and potatoes to be cheesier!

Recipe Tips

Let the broth cook down completely so you get a thicker, more flavorful sauce.
If you prefer a bit more flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes when you add the seasonings.
To make the dish a little lighter, you can swap out half the ground beef for turkey or chicken.

How To Store Leftovers

REFRIGERATE – let the dish cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
TO FREEZE - If you want to freeze it, let it cool completely and store in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
TO REHEAT - Microwave in a covered bowl in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between, until heated through. Feel free to add more cheese during this step!

Close up of cheesy ground beef potatoes with a soup ladle

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