Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can make weeknight dinners quick and satisfying. With just a few simple recipes, you can whip up delicious meals that the whole family will enjoy. From classic burgers to hearty casseroles, these 25 easy ideas will help you transform your dinner routine.
Dorito Casserole
This Dorito casserole combines crunchy nacho Doritos, seasoned ground beef, zesty red and green salsa, and gooey shredded cheese, all baked to perfection. With its lively Mexican flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
Low FODMAP Burgers

This recipe features ground beef for a juicy burger that's perfect for any meal. Whether you cook it on the grill outside or in a cast iron pan indoors, it always turns out great.
Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers
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.
Old Fashioned Salisbury Steak
This Salisbury Steak is a simple skillet meal featuring ground beef mixed with bread crumbs and spices, all served in a savory mushroom gravy. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Lula Kebab
Traditional Armenian dishes are full of flavor and comfort, and this Lula Kebab is no exception. It's a satisfying meal that you'll want to enjoy regularly.
Eggplant Moussaka
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.
Lebanese Chicken, Ground Beef and Rice
Lebanese chicken and rice features flavorful rice mixed with ground meat, spices, shredded chicken, and crunchy nuts. This dish is full of great flavors and textures, and it's surprisingly simple to prepare.
Big Mac Cheeseburger Sliders
Sweet Hawaiian rolls are filled with seasoned ground beef and gooey American cheese, then topped with fresh lettuce, pickles, onions, and a scoop of creamy Big Mac sauce. This is a quick and satisfying dinner that you can whip up in less than 30 minutes!
Cheeseburger Macaroni
This easy, cheesy hamburger mac is ready in about 30 minutes. It's a simple one-pot meal that's perfect for a quick dinner.
3-Ingredient Beef Stroganoff
This is a quick and easy dinner that won't break the bank. Ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, and egg noodles combine for a creamy meal that's ready in just 15 minutes.
Walking Taco Casserole
This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos in a simple one-dish meal. Packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, it's perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.
Slow Cooker V8 Chili
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.
Instant Pot Bolognese
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.
Perfect Patty Melts
Patty melts are a delicious sandwich featuring juicy burgers topped with melted cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all grilled between crispy sourdough bread. This is a satisfying meal that everyone loves.
Beefy Mac and Cheese
Beefy Mac and Cheese is a classic comfort dish that everyone loves. It combines creamy mac and cheese with savory ground beef and a zesty tomato sauce, plus a bit of sour cream for added flavor.
Air Fryer Meatballs
These air fryer meatballs are simple to prepare and ready in under an hour. Juicy and tender, they offer a delicious twist on traditional meatballs.
Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole
This easy slow cooker tater tot casserole combines green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese for a comforting meal. The hearty layers in this dish are sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Italian Meatloaf
This Italian meatloaf is simple to prepare—just combine the ingredients and bake it. It turns out juicy and tasty, making it a great choice for a family dinner, especially when served with spaghetti and marinara sauce.
Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake
Busy weeknights can still be delicious without resorting to fast food. This Sloppy Joe biscuit bake is sure to please everyone at the dinner table!
Crunchy Ground Beef Tacos
When you're feeling hungry, there's no need to go out. This simple recipe can be put together in just 20 minutes and tastes just as great as your favorite takeout.
The Best Tater Tot Casserole
This tater tot casserole is a family favorite Midwest comfort food that's layered with tender veggies and ground beef in a creamy gravy topped with melted cheese and tater tots. It's loaded with real ingredients - which means NO CONDENSED SOUP - and it's made all in one pot so it can go from the stove to the oven, right to your dinner table!
Homemade Hamburgers
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.
Italian Beef Cannelloni
Italian Beef Cannelloni is a tasty dish topped with a rich red sauce and plenty of melted Mozzarella. It's simple to prepare, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, and can be stored in the freezer for later.
Hamburger Soup
Hamburger soup is filled with juicy ground beef, fresh vegetables, and hearty potatoes in a tasty tomato broth. It's a simple dinner that you'll want to make again and again!
Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
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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