Description

This Ground Beef Potato Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and melted cheese. It’s perfect for a quick family dinner or a gathering with friends, offering a delightful blend of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound yukon gold potatoes cut into 1/4 inch dice
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 poblano pepper seeded and diced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 ounces diced green chiles
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
15 ounces mild green enchilada sauce
1 cup shredded cheese colby jack, monterey jack or cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375° F. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, crumble it, and season with half of the spice blend. Cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet, lower the heat to medium, and add potatoes, onion, poblano pepper, and the rest of the spice blend. Cook for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring frequently. Add water if potatoes stick to the skillet.
Once the potatoes are tender, stir in cilantro and green chiles.
Return the ground beef to the skillet, pour in the enchilada sauce, and mix well to coat. Top with cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil, switch the oven to broil, and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is golden brown. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, try using a variety of cheese.
You can add more vegetables like bell peppers or corn if desired.
Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking during cooking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the casserole
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg