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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Dump-And-Cook Ground Beef Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 23, 2025, updated April 23, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking with ground beef can be quick and easy, especially with dump-and-cook recipes that require minimal prep. These 24 recipes let you throw everything into one pot or dish, making mealtime a breeze. From hearty casseroles to flavorful soups, you'll find plenty of options that fit into a busy schedule.

    Meaty Cabbage Soup

    Meaty Cabbage Soup.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish is perfect for when you want something warm and comforting. With just a few basic ingredients like meat and cabbage, it's easy to whip up.

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    Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole

    Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    This cheesy tater tot casserole is packed with seasoned ground beef and vegetables in a creamy sauce. It's a dish that everyone will enjoy and is perfect for feeding a crowd.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Hamburger hash in the crockpot combines soft potatoes, beef, and corn in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with melted cheese right before serving. This hearty dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and will quickly become a favorite.

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    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes.
    Photo credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    This simple dish is a hit with families and only requires 15 minutes of prep time. It's perfect for busy nights when you want to enjoy some classic comfort food that you can prepare in advance.

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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 the noodles and combining perfectly with the ricotta layers. This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is a hit with the whole family.

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole

    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole combines all the great Tex-Mex flavors of a classic Mexican pizza in a slow-cooked dish. With just five ingredients, you can create a tasty meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Taco Dip

    Slow Cooker Taco Dip.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Taco Dip is super easy to make with just five main ingredients. It’s perfect for game day or any gathering, offering a smooth and creamy texture that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are a simple dinner option that cooks itself in the crock pot. With ground beef and veggies simmering together, this dish is great for busy days when you want something easy to serve.

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    Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Slow cooker lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    Slow Cooker Lasagna is loaded with cheese and flavor. The slow cooker handles everything, from cooking the meat sauce to baking the lasagna, so you don’t have to boil the noodles separately.

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    Instant Pot Chili

    Chili With Ground Meat And Beans.
    Photo credit: Melanie Cooks.

    All you need to do is throw everything into the Instant Pot, and you'll have a tasty chili ready in under 30 minutes. This is a great meal for when you need to feed a crowd quickly.

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    Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

    Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is perfect for anyone who enjoys a cheesy snack. It's a great twist on traditional dips, bringing together classic American flavors that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Salsa Meatloaf

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

    Salsa Meatloaf gives a fun twist to the classic dish by using salsa instead of ketchup, along with the usual ingredients. This easy recipe is perfect for dinner and can be prepared with minimal effort.

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    Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew

    Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This stew is a filling meal made with ground beef that doesn't take much time or money to prepare. It's perfect for feeding a crowd without putting in a lot of work.

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    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

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

    Nacho Soup is a hearty dish that combines all the great flavors of nachos in a warm, comforting bowl. With ground beef, Rotel, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning simmered together in a crock pot, this is a satisfying meal for any gathering.

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    Slow Cooker V8 Chili

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

    This chili is packed with vegetables from the V8 juice in the sauce. It's a large batch, perfect for freezing or sharing with friends.

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    Slow Cooker Land Your Man Baked Beans

    Slow Cooker Land Your Man Baked Beans.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This easy meal features ground beef, bell peppers, and onions as its main ingredients. The seasonings really bring everything together and give it a unique flavor.

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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 just a few simple pantry ingredients, you can whip up a rich and hearty meal that everyone will love.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Casserole

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This hamburger potato casserole is a hearty meal made with just five ingredients, featuring delicious beef and onion flavors. It's easy to put together and cooks fast, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup

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

    This hearty soup is packed with pizza flavors and bow-tie pasta, making it a hit with the whole family. Plus, it can be stored in the freezer for later, so it's perfect for busy nights.

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    Beefy Velveeta Cheese Soup

    Beefy Velveeta Cheese Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This hearty soup brings together the delicious tastes of cheesy dip and a classic cheeseburger. It's perfect for feeding a crowd and is sure to satisfy everyone.

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    Slow Cooker Taco Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers

    Slow Cooker Taco Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Taco Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers offer a tasty twist on the usual stuffed peppers. This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort.

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    No Boil Baked Ziti

    No Boil Baked Ziti
    Photo Credit: Cooking With Carlee.

    This baked ziti recipe is simple and requires very little prep time. Just layer the ingredients and pop it in the oven for a delicious meal that everyone will love.

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    Slow Cooker Taco Soup

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

    This soup is simple to make in the slow cooker and packed with flavor. It features fire roasted corn, fresh salsa, and whole black olives.

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    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole

    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole has tater tots, southwestern flair and lots of cheese!

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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. Packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, it's perfect for a potluck or a simple weeknight dinner.

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    Instant Pot Chili Mac

    Instant Pot Chili Mac.
    Photo Credit: The Recipe Well.

    Instant Pot Chili Mac brings together the hearty tastes of chili and mac and cheese in a single pot. This easy meal with ground beef, pasta, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table.

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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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