This southwestern-style ground beef hash is a family-pleasing, quick and easy dish.

Southwestern Beef Hash

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
3 cups frozen potatoes O'Brien
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup prepared salsa
1/4 cup sliced green onion, optional
1/4 cup ripe olive slices, optional

1. Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink. Pour off drippings.
2. Stir in potatoes, salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in salsa. Continue cooking 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
4. Garnish with green onion and ripe olive slices if desired.

Serves 4.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Texas Beef Council and Beef It's Whats For Dinner.