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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Quick and Easy Ground Beef and Pasta Dinners

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 24, 2025, updated March 7, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef and pasta are a classic combination that makes for quick and satisfying meals. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a variety of dishes that are perfect for busy weeknights. From hearty casseroles to simple one-pot meals, these 19 recipes will help you create delicious dinners in no time.

    Cheesy Spiral Pasta

    Cheesy Spiral Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Add Salt & Serve.

    This easy spiral pasta dish is packed with cheese, tomatoes, and beef, making it both filling and tasty. It's simple to prepare and yields two pans, so you can enjoy one for dinner and save the other for later.

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    Baked Anelletti

    Baked Anelletti.
    Photo Credit: Like Mother Like Daughter.

    A baked anelletti is a filling and cozy pasta dish that's sure to please. It's layered with a savory meat and tomato sauce, topped with breadcrumbs and cheese, then baked until golden.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Savory with Soul.

    This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole combines all the flavors of a classic cheesesteak sandwich, featuring plenty of beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions. It's a creamy and filling dish that's perfect for a satisfying meal.

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    Baked Spaghetti Casserole

    Baked Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    Baked Spaghetti Casserole is a warm and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of spaghetti and cheese. It's a simpler alternative to lasagna, perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Ground Beef Alfredo

    Ground Beef Alfredo.
    Photo Credit: Mighty Spatula.

    This creamy ground beef alfredo is a classic dinner that's super easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It's sure to be a hit and will quickly become a regular meal in your home!

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    Instant Pot Beef and Shells

    Instant Pot Beef and Shells
    Photo Credit: Earing In An Instant.

    This simple one-pot dish combines ground beef and pasta in a creamy, cheesy sauce. It's a satisfying meal that's perfect for a quick dinner.

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    Mushroom Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

    Mushroom Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Nourished By Nic.

    This dish offers a healthier take on traditional pasta by using a mushroom spaghetti sauce with ground beef. It's a great way to add more vegetables to your meal, even if you're not a fan of mushrooms.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This soup is packed with fresh veggies, ground beef, and pasta. It's a filling and cozy meal that has everything you need in one bowl!

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot bolognese is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic pasta sauce. With simple ingredients you probably already have, you can whip up a rich and satisfying meal in no time.

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    One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

    A bowl of macaroni cheese burger soup.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cheeseburger soup is quick to make, ready in just 30 minutes, and everything cooks in one pot. It's a simple and cheesy dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese

    A bowl of Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Eat Your Beets.

    This dish combines chili and macaroni for a hearty meal that's easy to prepare. It's perfect for a cozy dinner when you want something filling without putting in too much effort.

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    Texas Pasta

    Texas Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Two Pink Peonies.

    This Texas Pasta dish is a simple and tasty option for dinner. It's packed with lean ground beef, flavorful tomato sauce, and plenty of cheese.

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    One Pot Creamy Beef Pasta

    One Pot Creamy Beef Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Simple Everyday Recipes.

    This creamy beef pasta is a fresh take on a classic dish that's full of flavor. It's a one-pan meal that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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    Italian Beef Cannelloni

    Italian Beef Cannelloni.
    Photo Credit: Craving Some Creativity.

    Italian Beef Cannelloni is a hearty dish filled with flavorful ground beef and topped with a rich red sauce and plenty of melted Mozzarella. It's simple to prepare, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, and can easily be stored in the freezer for later.

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    Creamy Baked Ziti

    CREAMY BAKED ZITI.
    Photo credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this perfect blend of tender noodles, rich, creamy sauce, and gooey cheese. It’s an easy, family-friendly meal that brings classic Italian flavors to your table in a casserole-style dish everyone will love!

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    Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

    Ground Beef Pasta Skillet.
    Photo Credit: Lemons & Zest.

    This Ground Beef Pasta is a family-friendly dish that's quick to prepare. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a cheesy pasta meal loaded with spinach, tomatoes, and flavorful Italian seasoning.

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    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef

    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Ground Beef Recipes.

    Oven baked ziti is a cheesy dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. It's easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a group.

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    Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Soulfully Made.

    This Easy Pizza Noodle Bake is a simple and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without a lot of work.

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    One Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

    Spaghetti with Meat Sauce.
    Photo credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    This dish combines dried spaghetti with ground beef and jarred sauce, all cooked together in one pot for a simple dinner. The pasta releases its starch into the sauce, creating a rich and thick sauce that clings to the spaghetti.

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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 more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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