This yummy, economical Tex-Mex dish can be served in quesadillas, tacos, empanadas, tortillas, and even with rice.
1 lb. ground beef
oil, for frying
1/2 onion, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced very small
2 T. minced garlic
1 medium russet potato, diced
10.5 oz. can Ro-tel diced tomatoes and chilies, not drained
8 oz. can tomato sauce
salt and pepper, to taste
2 T. taco seasoning, homemade or store bought
1 t. cumin
1 c. diced tomatoes
chopped cilantro or green onions, for garnish
Add oil to a skillet over medium heat; add ground beef; break up meat; cook until it is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
Add onion and bell pepper to skillet; stir until onions are softened; add potatoes that have been chopped to about the same size as the onion.
Add diced tomatoes and chiles with its liquid, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, cumin, salt and pepper; stir.
Cover; simmer for about 20 minutes.
Serve, garnished with chopped cilantro or chopped green onions.
4 servings.