Description
A hearty one-pan meal combining lean ground beef, gold-crusted potatoes, and a tangy-sweet sauce. This gluten-free, fork-tender skillet offers nostalgic flavors, effortless cleanup, and budget-friendly nutrition for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
4 medium potatoes (diced)
1 onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 can crushed tomatoes (24 oz)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian option optional)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups water (for simmering)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat
Brown ground beef, breaking into small pieces
Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened
Stir in crushed tomatoes, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper
Add diced potatoes and 2 cups water, bring to boil
Simmer 5 minutes on stove, then transfer to oven
Bake 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are tender and golden
Notes
Use a vegetarian meat substitute for a meat-free version
Stir sauce occasionally during simmering to prevent sticking
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Meals
- Method: Simmering & Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg