Comfort Food Recipes Cheesy One Pot Beef and Potatoes
Some days call for a dish that hugs you back, and this cheesy one pot beef and potatoes recipe is exactly that kind of comfort. I mean, who can resist tender potatoes mingling with savory ground beef and gooey cheese all in one pot? When I was a kid, dinners like this were the ones that brought everyone running to the table. The smell alone told you something hearty and satisfying was on its way.
This recipe is one of my favorite comfort food recipes, especially when I want something that’s filling but doesn’t keep me in the kitchen for hours. It falls perfectly into that category of potatoes and ground beef recipes that are timeless. The best part? It’s one of those One Pot Recipes that practically makes itself once you toss everything in. Who doesn’t love fewer dishes to wash?
If you’re like me and crave variety, this dish fits nicely alongside other one pot recipes I adore—from One Pot Chicken Recipes to one pot dinner recipes that cover every craving. But today, we’re leaning into the classic beef and potatoes combination, made extra cozy with cheese. It’s simple, it’s hearty, and it tastes like home. Let’s make it together.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in diced potatoes, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in beef broth, cover, and let simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover again until cheese melts.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.