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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Comforting Ground Beef Recipes for Cozy Nights

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 29, 2025, updated January 14, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a go-to ingredient for many cozy meals, offering warmth and comfort on chilly nights. From hearty casseroles to classic burgers, these 23 recipes are perfect for bringing family and friends together around the dinner table. Each dish is simple to prepare and packed with flavors that will make everyone feel right at home.

    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into a simple one-dish meal. 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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    Taco Potato Casserole

    Taco Potato Casserole with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: The Honour System.

    This dish is a filling and tasty mix of Tex-Mex and comfort food. With layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and melted cheese, it's a great choice for family dinners or gatherings.

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    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    This casserole is great any time of day, whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's packed with soft potatoes, ground beef, onions, cheese, and a creamy mushroom sauce.

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    Instant Pot Taco Soup

    Taco soup.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This taco soup brings all the great flavors of tacos without the mess, perfect for a cozy meal. With a mix of V8 and broth, it creates a thick and hearty soup packed with extra veggies.

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    One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper

    A bowl of One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This homemade hamburger helper is a warm and comforting dish that combines tender macaroni noodles with crumbled ground beef in a creamy cheese sauce. It's a simple meal that's perfect for a cozy night in.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

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

    Eggplant Moussaka is a simple dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef, all topped with plenty of cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a healthy and tasty Mediterranean meal.

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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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    Cheeseburger Macaroni

    Dutch oven with Cheeseburger Macaroni.
    Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    This cheeseburger macaroni is a simple and quick dinner option for busy nights. It combines soft pasta and seasoned ground beef, all topped with melted cheese, and can be prepared in just one pan.

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    Skillet Stuffed Peppers

    Skillet Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo credit: Raising Generation Nourished.

    Skillet stuffed peppers are easy to prepare and packed with great flavor that everyone will enjoy. This is a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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    Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin

    Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This recipe is a filling meal that everyone will enjoy. With tender Russet potatoes and ground beef, it’s a simple and satisfying dinner option.

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    Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

    Taco stuffed sweet potatoes.
    Photo credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a fun twist on taco night. They’re filled with your favorite toppings and can be ready in under 20 minutes.

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    Ground Beef Fajitas

    Ground beef fajitas served on a tortilla.
    Photo Credit: Cook Dinner Tonight.

    Ground beef fajitas are a simple and fast dinner option. This dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

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    Ground Beef Hotpot

    Minced Beef, Onion and Potato Hotpot.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli.

    This dish combines ground beef stew with sliced onions and scalloped potatoes, making it a cozy meal for chilly days. It's a hearty option that will keep you warm and satisfied.

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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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    Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies

    AIR FRYER MINI TACO HAND PIES.
    Photo credit: Emily Fabulous.

    These are simple to prepare and great for any gathering or meal. Kids love them, and they pair well with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or dipping sauce.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf

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

    This slow cooker meatloaf is a simple and tasty dish that you can prepare without using the oven. With just a few classic ingredients, it's perfect for your holiday meal plan.

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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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    Chorizo Burgers

    Chorizo burger.
    Photo credit: 2 Cookin' Mamas.

    Chorizo Burgers offer a tasty twist on the classic burger. Blending chorizo with ground beef gives them a juicy and spicy kick that everyone will love.

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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    Crescent Roll Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Urben Life.

    This taco bake features seasoned ground beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in a soft, buttery crescent roll crust. It's a simple and satisfying meal that you can top with your favorite taco fixings.

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    Sweet Potato & Ground Beef Skillet

    SWEET POTATO AND GROUND BEEF SKILLET.
    Photo credit: House of Yumm.

    This simple skillet dinner is packed with flavor from a homemade Tex-Mex spice mix that includes chili powder, cumin, and coriander. It's all cooked in one pan, making it a great option for a family meal on a busy weeknight.

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    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dude That Cookz.

    Cheeseburger Casserole is a simple and tasty dish that’s great for a quick weeknight dinner. With just a few ingredients like ground beef, onions, tomato puree, and cheese, it’s a hearty meal that everyone will love.

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    Easy Taco Casserole

    Easy Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit; The Clean Eating Couple.

    Baked Taco Casserole is a quick and satisfying dinner option. Ready in under an hour, this dish is packed with ground beef and tortillas.

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    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti

    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    If your family loves spaghetti but they're sick of the same old pasta and sauce, they are going to LOVE this cheesy easy-baked spaghetti recipe! It's a cross between spaghetti and meatballs and cheesy lasagna so you've got a hearty layer of cheesy noodles topped with a tasty meat sauce and plenty of ooey gooey cheese.

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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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