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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    25 Easy Ground Beef Dinners That Will Become New Family Favorites

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 12, 2025, updated April 29, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of delicious meals. From classic burgers to comforting casseroles, these 25 easy recipes are sure to please the whole family. Whether you're looking for quick weeknight dinners or hearty weekend meals, there's something here for everyone.

    Baked Ziti

    Baked Ziti.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This dish is all about comfort and satisfaction. With layers of pasta, ground beef, sausage, tomato sauce, and plenty of cheese, Super Deluxe Baked Ziti is perfect for feeding a crowd and is sure to please everyone.

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    Beef Tacos

    Ground Beef Tacos.
    Photo credit: I Heart Naptime.

    These tacos are packed with tasty homemade beef and all your favorite toppings. They’re a quick and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy, ready in just 20 minutes!

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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 ricotta. This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is a dish that everyone in the family loves.

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    Bolognese Pasta Bake

    Bolognese Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    A hearty Bolognese pasta bake is a great choice for busy weeknights or when you have a group to feed. It’s simple to prepare in large batches and can be frozen for later.

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    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cupcakes and Kale Chips.

    This dish is packed with savory flavors and cheesy goodness, making it a real treat. It's a great choice for a weeknight family dinner and brings that comforting feel everyone loves.

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    Cabbage Lasagna

    Cabbage Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Hot Like Keto.

    This lasagna is a hit with everyone and fits into a keto, low-carb, and gluten-free diet. Instead of traditional pasta, it uses cabbage leaves, which are simple to prepare and pair perfectly with the meat sauce and plenty of melted mozzarella.

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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 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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    Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

    Homemade spaghetti sauce over pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features flavorful ground beef, delicious canned tomatoes, and a blend of fresh and dried herbs that create a wonderful taste. It brings the warmth of a family dinner right into your home.

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    5 Layer Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce

    5 Layer Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    This lasagna is a cozy dish featuring creamy béchamel, tasty meat sauce, and layers of pasta that blend together beautifully. It's a satisfying meal that everyone looks forward to enjoying.

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    Potato Ground Beef Casserole

    Ground Beef Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Honour System.

    This ground beef casserole is a family favorite that's easy to make. It features browned beef in a tasty tomato sauce, layered with filling potatoes and topped with cheese.

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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, are a comforting favorite. This dish is a classic that everyone loves.

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    Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf

    Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: I heart Naptime.

    Mozzarella stuffed meatloaf is a dish that everyone will love. It features flavorful ground beef, a gooey cheese center, and a tasty glaze, making it a great choice for comfort food.

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    Big Mac Casserole

    Big Mac Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Ground beef, cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots come together in this casserole for a tasty meal. Topped with Big Mac sauce, it offers a fun and satisfying twist that everyone will enjoy.

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    Rigatoni al Forno

    Rigatoni al Forno.
    Photo credit: Food and Mood Dietitian.

    This rigatoni al forno with veggies is a simple and tasty pasta dish that's perfect for dinner. It's a comforting mix of flavors and textures that everyone enjoys, and it doesn't take much time to prepare while being packed with nutrients.

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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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    Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme

    Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme on a plate.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    A homemade Taco Bell crunchwrap supreme is filled with layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese, a crunchy tostada shell, cool sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and extra melted cheese. This is a satisfying meal that brings all your favorite flavors together.

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    Homemade Sloppy Joes

    Homemade sloppy joes with a golden bun.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Homemade sloppy joes are packed with flavor and can be ready in about 30 minutes using just one pan. This dish is simple to scale up, making it great for feeding a crowd or preparing in advance.

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    Beef and Beer Chili

    Beef and beer chili.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Beef and Beer Chili is a great choice for game day, busy weeknights, or a cozy family dinner. It's packed with ground beef, beans, and spices, plus a touch of beer for extra flavor.

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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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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking Taco Casserole,.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that’s a real crowd-pleaser, Walking Taco Casserole is the perfect choice. It’s got all the cheesy flavor of a walking taco, but it's made in a cast iron skillet in just 30 minutes!

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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 satisfying pasta sauce that captures the classic flavors without taking hours to prepare. Using simple ingredients you probably already have, this dish is perfect for busy nights.

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    Beef Bibimbap

    Beef Bibimbap (Korean Rice Bowl).
    Photo credit: Dish 'n' the Kitchen.

    Beef Bibimbap is a simple Korean rice bowl filled with a variety of vegetables, tasty side dishes, and sweet spicy beef, all topped with an egg. This dish is great for busy weeknights.

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers without Rice
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Stuffed peppers can be ready in just 45 minutes with this simple recipe. Packed with tex-mex flavors and topped with cheese, they’re great on their own or alongside some tortilla chips.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These meatballs are simple to prepare and can be ready in under an hour. You can cook them on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the oven, resulting in juicy and flavorful meatballs.

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    Beef Taco Skillet

    BEEF TACO SKILLET.
    Photo credit: Laura Fuentes.

    This cheesy ground beef taco skillet is a quick meal that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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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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