Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

3 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)

1/2 small onion (chopped)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1/2 bell pepper (chopped, optional)

2 medium tomatoes (blended or 1/2 cup tomato sauce)

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 cup water or beef broth

For Fideo :

Ingredients:

1 cup fideo pasta

2 tbsp vegetable oil

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1/4 small onion (chopped)

2 cups chicken broth or water

1/2 cup tomato sauce or 1 blended tomato

Salt to taste

For Refried Beans :

2 cups cooked pinto beans (or 1 can of beans, drained)

2 tbsp lard or vegetable oil

1/4 small onion (chopped)

Salt to taste

Directions:

Cook the Ground Beef: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and brown it, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Add Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper (if using). Sauté for about 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for a few minutes.

Add Tomatoes and Spices: Pour in the blended tomatoes or tomato sauce. Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add water or broth to cover the mixture.

Simmer: Cover and let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.

For Fideo :

Toast the Fideo: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the fideo pasta and toast until golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the toasted pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add Tomato and Broth: Stir in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.

Simmer: Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the fideo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

For Refried Beans

Sauté Onion: Heat oil or lard in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft.

Mash the Beans: Add the cooked beans and mash them with a potato masher. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the beans reach your desired consistency. Add salt to taste.

Serve everything together for a hearty and flavorful meal, just like in the picture! 😊