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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Delicious Ground Beef and Pasta Combos to Try Tonight

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 31, 2025, updated March 7, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef and pasta make a perfect pair for a satisfying meal. With so many ways to combine these ingredients, you can create everything from classic bolognese to creamy beef casseroles. Here are 22 tasty combinations that will make dinner a hit tonight.

    Cottage Cheese Lasagna

    Cottage Cheese Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Ambitious Foodie.

    Cottage cheese lasagna is a classic comfort food that's simple to make. You can prepare it up to five days ahead, so you can enjoy a hearty, home-cooked meal whenever it suits you.

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    One Pot Enchilada Pasta

    One Pot Enchilada Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Dance Around the Kitchen.

    This creamy one-pot pasta combines the delicious flavors of beef and cheese enchiladas. It's a simple and satisfying meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Spaghetti Pie

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

    This spaghetti pie combines the classic tastes of spaghetti and meat sauce in a fun, layered way. It's a great option for weeknight dinners, especially if you have leftover spaghetti to use up.

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    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dude That Cookz.

    Cheeseburger Casserole is a simple and tasty meal that’s great for busy weeknights. With just a few ingredients like ground beef, onions, tomato puree, and cheese, you can whip up a hearty dinner that everyone will love.

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    Sour Cream Noodle Bake

    Sour Cream Noodle Bake.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Sanctuary.

    Sour Cream Noodle Bake is a warm and hearty casserole that's perfect for a comforting meal. It features creamy egg noodles, a savory beef sauce, and gooey cheese in every layer.

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    One Pan Fajita Pasta

    One Pan Fajita Pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    One Pan Fajita Pasta combines pasta with classic fajita flavors like tomatoes, ground beef, and cheese for a satisfying meal. It's quick to prepare in just one pan, making it perfect for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup

    Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This meal is sure to please everyone in the family. With pizza flavors and bow-tie pasta, it's a filling dish that's easy to freeze for later.

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    Beef Lasagna

    Beef Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates & Chai.

    Lasagna is one of the most comforting meals you can enjoy. With layers of hearty meat sauce, creamy cheese, and pasta, beef lasagna is a favorite for many.

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    Bolognese Pasta Bake

    Bolognese Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    This hearty Bolognese pasta bake is great for busy weeknights or when you have a lot of people to feed. It can be made in large batches and stored in the freezer for later.

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    Cowboy Meatloaf Mashed Potato Casserole

    Cowboy Meatloaf Mashed Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Bowl Me Over.

    The Cowboy Mashed Potato Meatloaf Casserole brings together the flavors of the Wild West in a single dish. This hearty meal features seasoned meatloaf topped with creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, and bacon, all baked to a delicious golden brown.

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    Chili Mac

    Gluten-free Chili Mac
    Photo Credit: Whole New Mom.

    This dinner is simple to make and sure to please everyone at the table. It all cooks in one pan, and you can easily make it dairy-free and gluten-free.

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    Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna

    Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe With Ravioli.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Ravioli is a simple way to create lasagna, serving as both the noodles and the cheese layers. This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is a favorite in my family.

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    Lasagna Stew

    Lasagna Stew.
    Photo Credit: Kelly Neil.

    Lasagna stew is a comforting dish that combines all the flavors of traditional lasagna in a simple one-pot meal. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something filling without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Cheeseburger Macaroni

    CHEESEBURGER MACARONI.
    Photo credit: Cook Dinner Tonight.

    This is an easy and cheesy hamburger mac that you can whip up in about 30 minutes. It's a simple one-pot meal that requires very little work.

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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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    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs

    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    Pasta shells filled with cheese and meatballs, all covered in a simple tomato sauce, create a comforting meal. This is a classic dish that everyone loves.

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    Rigatoni Bolognese

    Rigatoni Bolognese (1).
    Photo Credit: Living Lou.

    This easy Rigatoni Bolognese is a classic Italian dish that combines ground beef, pork, and sausage for a hearty meal. It's a great choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions, especially when served over rigatoni.

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    Beefy Mac and Cheese

    Beefy Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Sanctuary.

    Beefy Mac and Cheese is a cozy dish that combines creamy mac and cheese with flavorful ground beef and zesty tomato sauce. A little sour cream adds a nice touch, making this a satisfying meal for any night.

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    Baked Spaghetti Casserole

    Baked Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    This dish is warm and cheesy, offering all the comfort of lasagna but with much less effort. It's a great option for a cozy dinner that everyone will enjoy.

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    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Spinach

    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Spinach.
    Photo Credit: Mediterranean Latin Love Affair.

    Baked Ziti is a hearty dish featuring a savory ground beef and vegetable sauce, topped with plenty of cheese. The addition of a creamy ricotta and cottage cheese layer gives it a rich flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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    Chili Mac and Cheese

    Chili Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: This View from Great Island.

    Chili Mac and Cheese is a cozy dinner that combines hearty chili, pasta, and plenty of melted cheese. It's a great choice for Game Day or any night of the week!

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    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake

    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake.
    Photo Credit: Slow the Cook Down.

    This spaghetti bolognese bake is a comforting family meal that everyone will love. With a hearty meat sauce mixed with spaghetti and topped with cheese, it's baked until bubbly and delicious.

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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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