Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash

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A hearty, globally-inspired hash celebrating America's racial and ethnic diversity, featuring slow-cooked beef and sweet potatoes. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs ground beef, medium sweet potatoes, diced red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 12 oz ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in 1/2 cup diced red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Peel and dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Add to the skillet with 1/2 cup chicken broth. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  3. Step 3: Uncover and cook for 5 more minutes to thicken the sauce. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro until evenly distributed.
  4. Step 4: Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra cilantro.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Diversity-Style Beef & Sweet Potato Hash?

American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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