Simple Farmhouse Beef Skillet

A wholesome ground beef dinner for busy family nights

Some of the best meals are the simplest ones. This farmhouse beef skillet is warm, filling, and easy to make with everyday ingredients you probably already have on hand. It is the kind of recipe that works on a busy weeknight but still feels like a meal made with care.

Using quality ground beef makes a big difference. At Blue Grotto Beef, we believe honest ingredients create meals that bring comfort, nourishment, and confidence to the table.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Blue Grotto Beef ground beef

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 cups potatoes, diced small

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

• Fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

3. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 3 to 4 more minutes.

4. Add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks.

5. Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.

6. Pour in the beef broth and let everything simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has cooked down.

7. Top with shredded cheddar if desired and let it melt before serving.

8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Serving Ideas

Serve with:

• a side salad

• green beans

• roasted vegetables

• warm bread or cornbread

Why We Love It

This recipe is easy, hearty, and made for real life. It uses simple ingredients, comes together in one pan, and gives you a nourishing dinner that feels both practical and comforting.

Recipe Tip

Cut the potatoes into small, even pieces so they cook faster and blend well with the ground beef.