Stuffed Potatoes with Ground Beef and Veggies
These hearty stuffed potatoes are filled with a savory ground beef mixture, packed with flavor from spices and fresh vegetables, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. A satisfying and delicious meal!
Ingredients:
For the Potatoes:
- 3 large potatoes (about 900 grams)
- 300 grams cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (20 ml)
- Salt (4 grams)
For the Filling:
- 500 grams ground beef
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (20 ml)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 green peppers, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato sauce (25 grams)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste (20 grams)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- Salt to taste (adjust as needed)
- 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes well. Pierce them a few times with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and season with salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Make the Filling:
- While the potatoes are baking, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, green peppers, and red pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the pan and cook, breaking it up as it browns, for about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, paprika, black pepper, cumin, thyme, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Simmer the mixture on low for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
3. Stuff the Potatoes:
- Once the potatoes are fully baked, carefully slice them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the insides, leaving a small border around the edges to create a shell.
- Mash the scooped-out potato flesh with a fork and mix it into the beef and veggie filling. This will help create a creamy texture for the filling.
- Stuff each potato shell with the beef and vegetable mixture, pressing it in lightly to ensure it’s packed.
4. Add Cheese and Bake:
- Top each stuffed potato with a generous amount of grated cheddar cheese.
- Place the stuffed potatoes back into the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve:
- Remove from the oven and serve the stuffed potatoes hot. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
These Stuffed Potatoes with Ground Beef and Veggies make for a filling meal that combines savory beef, sweet peppers, and creamy cheddar. Enjoy!
