Looking for something simple, delicious and hearty, this recipe is for you. Picadillo con Papas delivers Latin flavors to the palate and Potatoes to the soul. A blend of Ground Beef, sliced Potatoes, Peppers, Onions, Garlic and melted Cheese makes this a quick and easy way to have dinner on the table in no time.

Traditional Picadillo combines aromatic spices with the addition of tomato sauce. There are many variations in the recipe and it depends on who is making it. My version of Picadillo con Papas is anything but traditional. I wasn’t looking for a tomato base version so it was omitted. Providing Latin flavors was important to me so my Sofrito was a key ingredient. Sofrito is a sauce consisting of Onions, Garlic, Peppers, Cilantro, Culantro and herbs that is blended in a food processor. I use it to flavor meats, stews, rice and many other dishes around the world. Potatoes are commonly found in most households and a perfect compliment to Picadillo. With the addition of Peppers, Onions & Garlic, it all comes together in one skillet and finished off in the oven. Topped off with melted Cheese, I mean who doesn’t love cheese.

This recipe was derived simply due to using what I had on hand at the moment. The flavors are versatile and can be manipulated to what you have a taste for. I am always looking for ways to change up a recipe to make it my own. This is a perfect opportunity for you to make it yours. You’ll never know the hype of Picadillo con Papas until you give it a try.

Picadillo con Papas

Ground Beef infused with Latin flavors of Sofrito, Garlic, Peppers & Onions are found throughout layers of sliced Potatoes and topped off with melted cheese.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Latin

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Food Processor
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 lb Ground Beef Lean.

Produce

  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper
  • 4 Garlic Cloves

Dairy

  • 1 cup Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese Can substitute for your choice of Cheese.

Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp Garlic Herb Seasonings No Salt
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Adobo
  • 1 tsp Tomato Chicken Bouillon
  • 4 tbsp Sofrito

Other

  • 2 tbsp Bacon Fat Optional

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven 350℉

    Ground Beef Preparation

    • Heat Skillet on medium/high. Add Bacon Fat and Ground Beef, Garlic Herb Seasoning, Onion Powder, Adobo & Bouillon and stir to incorporate. Brown Ground Beef for 7-10 minutes. Do not drain.

    Potato & Vegetable Preparation

    • Using a food processor slicing blade, pre-slice your Potatoes, Peppers & Onions and place into bowl.
      ** you can manually cut using a knife but I found this easier.

    Picadillo con Papas

    • Add remaining ingredients EXCEPT Cheese to Skillet and 1/4 cup of Water. Stir to incorporate.
    • Place in preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until Potatoes are fork tender. Baking time will vary depending on the thickness of the Potatoes.
    • Top with Shredded Cheese and bake additional 5-7 minutes or until Cheese is melted.
    • Remove and let it rest until ready to serve. Enjoy!
    Keyword Cheese, Ground Beef, Picadillo, Potatoes