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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Delicious Ground Beef Casseroles to Feed the Whole Family

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 28, 2025, updated March 20, 2025 - 1 Comment

    Ground beef casseroles are a fantastic way to create hearty meals that the whole family will enjoy. These dishes are not only filling but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for busy weeknights. From classic comfort food to creative twists, there are plenty of options to satisfy everyone at the table.

    Tater Tot Shepherd's Pie

    Shepards Pie with Tater Tots,
    Photo Credit: Mama's On a Budget.

    This dish puts a fresh spin on a traditional favorite. It features a hearty mix of vegetables and beef, all covered with melty cheese and crunchy tater tots.

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    Taco Potato Casserole with Ground Beef

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

    Taco Potato Casserole is a filling and tasty dish that brings together Tex-Mex flavors and comfort food. With layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and melted cheese, this simple casserole is great for family dinners or gatherings.

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    Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole

    Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This cheeseburger tater tot casserole brings together crispy potatoes and the flavors of a Big Mac in one tasty dish. It's a simple and satisfying meal that kids will love.

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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 or lamb, all covered in a generous layer of 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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    Company Casserole

    Company Casserole (Ground Beef Pasta Casserole)
    Photo Credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    Company Casserole combines ground beef and pasta in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and is sure to please everyone at the table, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or gatherings.

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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 perfect meal for when you want something hearty and satisfying.

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    Ravioli Lasagna

    Ravioli lasagna.
    Photo credit: Mom Foodie.

    Ravioli Lasagna is a simple and tasty baked dish that combines layers of ravioli with a hearty meat sauce and lots of melted cheese. It's a comforting Italian meal that you can enjoy without much effort.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

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

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    Tortellini Bake

    Tortellini bake.
    Photo credit: Everyday Delicious.

    This tortellini bake is a comforting casserole featuring store-bought tortellini mixed with a savory meat and vegetable tomato sauce, all topped with melted cheese. It's simple to prepare and provides a satisfying meal that lasts for a few days.

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    Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie

    Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie.
    Photo Credit: What a Girl Eats.

    This shepherd’s pie is a warm and filling dish that brings a taste of home. While it’s usually made with lamb, using ground beef gives it a cozy twist.

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    One Pot Burrito Bowl

    One Pot Burrito Bowl Recipe
    Photo Credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    These Mexican burrito bowls are simple to prepare and can be made in one pot in just 30 minutes, which makes cleaning up easy. They are great for busy nights when you want a tasty meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

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

    This cheesy casserole is great any time of day. It's packed with soft potatoes, ground beef, onions, cheese, and a creamy mushroom sauce.

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    Cattle Drive Casserole

    Cattle Drive Casserole.
    Photo Credit: 24 Bite.

    This is a filling and tasty layered dish that brings together the bold flavors of the Old West and Tex-Mex cuisine. It's perfect for cozy family meals and will make you feel right at home.

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    Potato Ground Beef Casserole

    Ground Beef Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Honour System.

    This ground beef casserole is a comforting dish that the whole family will love. It features browned beef in a tasty tomato sauce, layered with filling potatoes and topped with melted cheese.

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    Beef Tamale Casserole

    Beef Tamale Casserole.
    Photo credit: Jam Jar Kitchen.

    Tamale Pie is a simple and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. With just a boxed cornbread mix, ground beef, and a few items from your pantry, you can whip up a filling meal in no time.

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    Tater Tot Cowboy Casserole

    Tater Tot Cowboy Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cupcakes and Kale Chips.

    This casserole features ground beef mixed with a creamy tomato sauce, all cooked in one skillet. Topped with plenty of cheddar cheese and crispy tater tots, it’s a comforting dish that feels like home.

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    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This simple crock pot lasagna is a great meal you can prepare ahead of time. With just a few easy ingredients, including uncooked lasagna noodles, you can let the crock pot handle the cooking.

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    Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

    Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.
    Photo credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This casserole is crispy on top and soft in the middle, packed with delicious flavors. It's perfect for dinner or a filling breakfast, and you can even make it the night before.

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    Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

    A serving of Cowboy Cornbread Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    Gather the family for a comforting dinner with this hearty casserole. It's a simple skillet dish packed with ground beef, vegetables, and flavorful spices, all topped with a layer of homemade buttermilk cornbread.

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    Taco Casserole

    Taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Taco Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and cheese into a hearty meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. This dish can be prepared in advance and even frozen, making it a convenient option for dinner.

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    Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole

    Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking.

    Pastelón de arroz is a cheesy beef and rice casserole that’s perfect for using up leftover rice. This hearty dish is simple to prepare, packed with flavor, and loaded with vegetables, making it a great choice for gatherings.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    The Walking Taco Casserole is a cozy dish that combines tasty ground beef, melted cheese, and crunchy Fritos. This is a great choice for weeknight dinners or fun get-togethers.

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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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    1. Gari

      April 30, 2025 at 8:17 pm

      All of those look so yummy

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