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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Reasons Beef Should Be Your Go-To Dinner Choice

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 30, 2024, updated December 18, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Beef is a versatile and satisfying choice for dinner that can fit into any meal plan. It's both filling and offers a range of flavors and cooking methods that can please everyone at the table. From hearty steaks to comforting stews, there are countless reasons to make beef a regular part of your dinner rotation.

    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This is a tasty one-dish meal filled with ground beef, salsa, and lots of cheese. It's great for a quick dinner during the week or to share at a potluck.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Ground beef, along with some salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, can be used to whip up tasty burgers. This is a great option for dinner tonight.

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    Air Fryer Roast Beef

    Sliced roast beef.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    This Air Fryer Roast Beef is perfect for a tasty family dinner that you can whip up in under an hour. With a flavorful herb crust and juicy, tender meat, it requires just a few simple ingredients.

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    Easy Cowboy Casserole

    Cowboy casserole in a white oven dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This hearty beef casserole is a great option for dinner, ready in just an hour with most of the time spent baking. It uses simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

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    Steak Bites & Mushrooms

    A serving of steak bites and mushrooms.
    Photo Credit: A Red Spatula.

    These juicy steak bites are perfect for dinner, whether as a main dish or a tasty appetizer. They come together in under 30 minutes, making them a great choice for a busy evening.

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    Big Mac Cheeseburger Sliders

    Big Mac cheeseburger sliders on a pan.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Enjoy a delicious take on classic sliders with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, fresh veggies, and creamy sauce all piled on sweet Hawaiian rolls. This is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any night.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Beef and pork meatballs are easy to make and packed with flavor, ready in under an hour. You can prepare them on the stovetop, in an air fryer, or in the oven for tender and juicy bites.

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    Garlic Butter Steak Bites

    Steak bites on a black skillet.
    Photo Credit: The Art of Food and Wine.

    Seared steak bites are a great addition to your dinner plans, perfect as a main dish or a tasty appetizer. They come together quickly, so you can have a satisfying meal in just 15 minutes.

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    Chinese Crispy Beef

    A bowl of Chinese crispy beef with chopsticks.
    Photo Credit: Beyond Kimchee.

    You can whip up some crispy beef with a sweet and tangy glaze and fresh chili in just 30 minutes, making it a quick and tasty meal.

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    Air Fryer Flank Steak

    Sliced flank steak.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Air Fryer Flank Steak is quick and easy, taking only 8-10 minutes to prepare. The marinade gives it great flavor while keeping the meat juicy and tender.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    Slow cooker beef stew on a pot.
    Photo Credit: Fed by Sab.

    Beef stew is a comforting dinner option that's simple to prepare. It features tender beef along with potatoes, carrots, and peas simmered in a rich broth.

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    Air Fryer Rib Eye

    How To Cook A Rib Eye Steak
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This air fryer rib eye steak is juicy and full of flavor. It's an easier way to enjoy steak without all the grease.

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    Beef Chow Fun

    beef chow fun.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Beef Chow Fun is a quick and easy dish that you can prepare in just 20 minutes. With rice noodles, bean sprouts, scallions, and flank steak, this meal is sure to satisfy your hunger.

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers without Rice
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Stuffed Peppers without rice are a great dinner option that you can whip up in just 45 minutes. Packed with tex-mex flavors and topped with cheese, they’re perfect on their own or served with tortilla chips.

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    Spaghetti Pie

    Sliced spaghetti pie on a round pan.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This spaghetti pie offers a comforting take on traditional spaghetti and meat sauce, all baked together in a pie dish. It's a simple way to turn leftover spaghetti into a delicious weeknight dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs

    Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs.
    Photo Credit: My Chef's Apron.

    Ribs are seasoned with a great mix of spices and slow-cooked until they're super tender. This is a tasty family dinner that goes well with any vegetable side.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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