One-Pan Beef & Potato Bake: Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
A hearty and simple one-pan dish combining tender beef, sliced potatoes, and flavorful herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced beef strips
Vegetables
- 4 large potatoes potatoes, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Oils
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Spices & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Optional Toppings
- as needed shredded cheese, parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sauté onion and garlic in 1 tbsp olive oil until fragrant. Add beef, season, cook until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, layer sliced potatoes, season, then spread beef mixture over them.
- Pour beef broth over layers, cover, and bake for 45-50 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Remove cover, add cheese if desired, bake uncovered for 10 minutes until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, add herbs or spices of your choice.