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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    21 Simple Ground Beef Meal Prep Recipes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 17, 2025, updated January 16, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of easy and satisfying meals. Whether you're looking for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep ideas for the week ahead, these 21 recipes offer something for everyone. From classic burgers to hearty casseroles, you'll find plenty of options to keep your meals interesting and delicious.

    Big Mac Casserole

    Big Mac Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Ground beef, cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots come together in this casserole, topped with a tasty Big Mac sauce. It's a fun and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Cabbage Lasagna

    Cabbage Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Hot Like Keto.

    This lasagna is a hit with everyone and fits into a keto, low-carb, and gluten-free diet. Instead of traditional pasta, it uses cabbage leaves, which are simple to prepare and pair perfectly with the savory meat sauce and gooey mozzarella.

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    Creamy Burrito Casserole

    Creamy Burrito Casserole.
    Photo Credit: In the Kitch.

    This creamy burrito casserole is packed with layers of ground beef, cheese, tortillas, and peppers, giving it a delicious Mexican twist. It's a simple and enjoyable meal that everyone in the family will appreciate.

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    Air Fryer Taquitos

    AIR FRYER TAQUITOS.
    Photo credit: Emily Fabulous.

    Air Fryer Taquitos are simple to make and packed with flavor. Your family will enjoy them, and you can fill them with a variety of ingredients to suit everyone's taste.

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    Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna

    Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna with wooden spoon.
    Photo Credit: The Recipe Well.

    This lasagna is super simple to make. With layers of ground beef, noodles, sauce, and two kinds of cheese, it’s a quick meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Porcupine Meatballs in Tangy Sauce

    Slow Cooker Porcupine Meatballs in Tangy Sauce.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    These meatballs with rice are simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce that brings back great memories. This is a comforting dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Cheeseburger Dumplings

    Cheeseburger Dumplings.
    Photo credit: Little Nomad's Recipes.

    Cheeseburger dumplings are a fun and easy meal that kids will love. They combine two favorites into one tasty dish that you can whip up in no time.

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    Steamed Egg with Ground Beef

    Steamed Egg with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Steamed Egg with Ground Beef is a comforting dish that blends fluffy steamed eggs with flavorful ground beef. It's a simple yet satisfying meal that brings together great textures and tastes.

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    Stuffed Zucchini Boats

    Ground Beef Stuffed Zucchini Boats.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    Zucchini boats filled with a tasty tomato sauce and topped with cheese are a great dish to enjoy. They come together easily and are perfect for a comforting meal.

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    Mexican Beef & Rice Skillet

    MEXICAN BEEF AND RICE SKILLET.
    Photo credit: Cook Dinner Tonight.

    This Mexican beef and rice skillet is a quick and easy dinner that you can make all in one pan. It transforms ground beef into a flavorful meal that's sure to please everyone.

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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 hearty meal in no time.

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    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Nacho Soup is a tasty twist on your favorite nachos. It combines ground beef, Rotel, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning, all simmered together in a crock pot for a comforting meal.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

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

    These meatballs are incredibly tasty and simple to prepare. You can cook them on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the oven, and they come out juicy and full of flavor.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef, all covered in cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a tasty and healthy Mediterranean meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Picadillo Soup

    Picadillo Soup.
    Photo Credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance.

    This healthy Mexican Picadillo Soup combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables and flavorful Mexican spices. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for chilly evenings and can be ready in just 30 to 45 minutes.

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

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

    Stuffed peppers are a quick and tasty meal that you can whip up in just 45 minutes. Packed with Tex-Mex flavors and topped with cheese, they’re great on their own or paired with tortilla chips.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These burgers are juicy and cooked just right, perfect for piling on your favorite toppings. With just ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, you can whip them up easily.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into one easy dish. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This slow cooker meatloaf is a tasty option that doesn't require using the oven. With just a few simple ingredients, it's perfect for your holiday meal planning.

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    Beef Bibimbap

    Beef Bibimbap (Korean Rice Bowl).
    Photo credit: Dish 'n' the Kitchen.

    Beef Bibimbap is a simple Korean rice bowl filled with a variety of vegetables, tasty side dishes, and sweet spicy beef, all topped with an egg. This is a great meal for busy weeknights.

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    Cheeseburger Casserole

    Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Cheeseburger Casserole is a comforting dish that brings the flavors of home into one pot. It's a simple, cheesy, and hearty meal that's perfect for dinner.

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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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