Potato Scallop: Classic Summer Recipe

# What this recipe is

Potato Scallop is presented as a seasonal, handcrafted summer dish that combines sautéed aromatics and lean ground beef with potatoes and beans. The recipe is organized for quick work in the kitchen and is positioned for casual entertaining during peak summer produce season.

# Why it works for summer

The ingredients list leans on fresh, farm-produce flavors and a simple cooking sequence that moves quickly. Potatoes and canned or cooked kidney beans add body and heartiness, while onions and seasonings supply most of the flavor. The method uses a pressure-cooking step to shorten cooking time without complicated technique.

# What you need (ingredient highlights)

• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• Salt and pepper
• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 cups or a 15½-ounce can drained, cooked kidney beans
• 1/2 cup Casserole Sauce Mix (see source for page reference)
• 1 1/2 cups water or skim milk

# Time, yield, and pairing

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 25 minutes (including pressure cook and release)
• Total time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Suggested pairings: chilled sauvignon blanc or a sparkling iced citrus spritz

# Step-by-step method (concise)

1. 1Sauté aromatics and meat: Use the sauté setting on your cooker. Brown onions (and peppers/garlic if using) with the ground beef for about 4 minutes until fragrant.
2. 2Deglaze: Add 1/2 cup broth and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spatula to lift browned bits.
3. 3Add beans and seasonings: Drain and rinse canned beans if using. Add beans, remaining broth or liquid, and spices, plus the casserole sauce mix and potatoes.
4. 4Pressure cook: Seal the lid and cook on Manual / High Pressure for 10 minutes.
5. 5Release pressure: Perform a 10-minute natural pressure release, then finish with a quick release.

# Serving and sourcing notes

# Practical tips for cooks

• If using canned beans, rinse and drain to reduce sodium and any canning liquid flavor.

• If you prefer a creamier texture, use skim milk in place of water when combining with the casserole sauce mix.
• Adjust salt and pepper after pressure release, when flavors have concentrated.

# Who this suits

Home cooks who want a straightforward, savory summer main that doesn't require long oven time. The recipe fits weeknight entertaining or a small gathering where simple wines or spritzes will be served.