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A bubbling skillet of cheesy beef and sliced potatoes garnished with fresh parsley.

Cheesy Baked Beef and Potato Skillet

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
  • 1 medium onion , diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all -purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Push meat mixture to the sides of the skillet. Melt butter in the center, then whisk in flour for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Slowly whisk in beef broth and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens and begins to simmer.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese.
  7. Gently fold in the potato slices, ensuring they are coated in the sauce and distributed evenly.
  8. Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove foil, sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheese, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender and the top is golden.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.