Hearty Ground Beef and Spinach Skillet with Potatoes
This hearty skillet meal features ground beef, potatoes, and spinach cooked in a savory tomato and beef broth. It is a complete and satisfying dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz), undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the onion is softened.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, undrained diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the fresh spinach a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt before adding more. Once all spinach is wilted, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- If desired, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese, cover briefly until melted, then serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is a complete meal on its own, but you can serve it with a side salad or crusty bread. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.