- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1 lb yukon gold potatoes sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 3 carrots peeled and sliced into rounds
- 4 Tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 (15oz) can black eyed peas drained and rinsed
- 1 (15oz) can corn drained
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese optional