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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Simple Ground Beef Recipes That Will Change Your Dinner Game

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 19, 2025, updated January 16, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can transform your dinner routine with ease. From classic comfort foods to quick weeknight meals, these 23 simple recipes will help you whip up delicious dishes that the whole family will enjoy. Whether you're in the mood for meatballs, casseroles, or burgers, there's something here to satisfy every craving.

    Burrito Bake

    Burrito Bake.
    Photo Credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    Burrito Bake is a simple and satisfying dinner that combines ground beef, refried beans, cheese, and crescent dough. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something tasty without a lot of work.

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    Cottage Cheese Lasagna

    Cottage cheese lasagna on a dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Cottage cheese lasagna is a cozy and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare. You can even make it ahead of time, so it's perfect for busy days when you want something homemade without much work.

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    Johnny Marzetti - Ground Beef Noodle Casserole

    Johnny Marzetti - Ground Beef Noodle Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    Johnny Marzetti is a baked pasta dish that combines ground beef and tomato sauce. It's topped with your favorite cheese for a comforting meal.

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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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    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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    Beef Enchiladas

    BEEF ENCHILADAS.
    Photo credit: House of Yumm.

    This enchilada recipe is packed with flavorful ground beef and gooey cheese, all covered in a tasty homemade Tex Mex sauce. It's a simple dish that's perfect for a satisfying meal.

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    Skillet Lasagna

    One pan lasagna served on a plate.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Lasagna noodles, melted cheese, sliced zucchini, and plenty of ground beef come together in this easy one-pan dinner. It's a great option for busy weeknights.

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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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    Baked Meatballs

    Baked Meatballs.
    Photo credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    Baked meatballs are simple to prepare and made entirely with beef. They go great with spaghetti and red sauce or can be used in Italian meatball subs.

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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 comforting meal. It's quick and easy to prepare, all in one pan and ready in under 30 minutes.

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    Ground Beef & Broccoli

    Ground Beef And Broccoli.
    Photo credit: LIving Chirpy.

    This healthy meal comes together quickly with just 9 ingredients and only takes 20 minutes to prepare in one pan. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something simple and nutritious.

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    Stuffed Pepper Skillet

    Stuffed Pepper Skillet.
    Photo Credit: Nutritious Deliciousness.

    This Stuffed Pepper Skillet features soft peppers and ground beef cooked together in a tasty sauce, all topped with gooey cheese. It's a filling and satisfying one-pan dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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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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    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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    Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

    Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce on a bowl.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This instant pot spaghetti is simple to prepare with just 9 ingredients and only one pot. It’s ready in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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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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    Beef & Beans Casserole

    Beef & bean casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Beef and beans are combined in a tasty tomato sauce and topped with melted Cheddar cheese. This is a comforting dish that's perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Hamburger and Potato Casserole

    Hamburger and Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Bitz & Giggles.

    This comforting Midwestern casserole combines ground beef and green beans, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes and crispy French fried onions. It's a filling dish that's perfect for family dinners.

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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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    Air Fryer Meatballs

    A stack of meatballs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These air fryer meatballs are simple to prepare and ready in under an hour. Juicy and tender, these Swedish-style meatballs look great and are a delicious option for dinner.

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    Chili Mac 'n Cheese

    Chili Mac 'n Cheese.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This creamy macaroni and cheese combines all the classic flavors of American beef chili in one simple dish. It's easy to prepare and is sure to please everyone in the family.

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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    These peppers are filled with beef and rice, all simmered in a tasty marinara sauce. They cook easily in the slow cooker, making a cozy dinner that everyone will love.

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    Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

    Salisbury steak in mushroom gravy.
    Photo credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    Salisbury steak is a comforting dish that features a juicy, flat meat patty topped with a rich mushroom gravy. It’s a simple and affordable meal that you can whip up in just 30 minutes, all in one skillet.

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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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