Cheesy Beef Potato Bake with Mozzarella
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- 2
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized cubes. Place them in a baking dish or on a lined baking tray.
- 3
Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder and onion powder. Toss well until all the potatoes are evenly coated.
- 4
Bake for 30–45 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked.
- 5
Place the potatoes under the grill or broiler for about 5 minutes, until they become golden and crispy.
- 6
While the potatoes are cooking, heat a little vegetable oil in a pan. Add the minced beef and cook, stirring regularly, until browned.
- 7
Add the diced onion to the meat and continue cooking until softened. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Once the potatoes are ready, remove them from the oven and spread the cooked minced beef evenly over the top.
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Sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese, then return the dish to the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned lightly golden.
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Serve hot and enjoy the crispy potatoes, savoury beef and melted mozzarella together.
- 11
For a fresh and creamy finish, top the hot cheesy beef potato bake with diced avocado, finely sliced red onion, chopped fresh tomatoes and a spoonful of sour cream.
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