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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    27 Ground Beef Ideas for Your Next Cozy Night In

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 6, 2025, updated January 16, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can turn a simple meal into a comforting feast. Whether you're in the mood for classic burgers, hearty casseroles, or flavorful tacos, there are countless ways to enjoy this staple. Here are 27 ideas to inspire your next cozy night in, perfect for warming up your kitchen and satisfying your cravings.

    Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies

    AIR FRYER MINI TACO HAND PIES.
    Photo credit: Emily Fabulous.

    These are simple to prepare and work well as a snack or a full meal anytime. Kids love them, and they pair nicely with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or dipping sauce.

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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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    Perfect Patty Melts

    Perfect Patty Melts.
    Photo Credit: The View from Great Island.

    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's perfect for any time.

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    Chorizo Burgers

    Chorizo burger.
    Photo credit: 2 Cookin' Mamas.

    Chorizo Burgers offer a tasty twist on the classic burger. Blending chorizo with ground beef gives them a juicy and spicy kick that everyone will love.

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    Taco Rice (Okinawan Style)

    A bowl of taco rice with toppings.
    Photo Credit: Plates by Nat.

    Japanese taco rice features tasty ground beef served over rice, topped with fresh tomato, lettuce, avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips. It’s quick to prepare in about 20 minutes and is sure to please everyone.

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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 common ingredients, you can whip up a filling meal in no time.

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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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    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 taco toppings and can be ready in under 20 minutes.

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    Creamy Baked Ziti

    CREAMY BAKED ZITI.
    Photo credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    This dish combines soft noodles, a creamy sauce, and melted cheese for a cozy meal. It's a simple, family-friendly option that brings delicious Italian flavors right to your dinner table.

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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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    Parmesan Meatloaf

    Parmesan Meatloaf.
    Photo credit: Healthy Mom Healthy Family.

    This cheesy meatloaf is a simple and satisfying dish that everyone will love. It's perfect for a cozy meal at home.

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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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    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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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Savory with Soul.

    This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole has all the flavors of a classic cheesesteak sandwich, featuring plenty of beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions. It's a creamy and filling dish that's perfect for a satisfying meal.

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    The Best Tater Tot Casserole

    The Best Tater Tot Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Tater tot casserole is a beloved comfort food that combines ground beef, fresh veggies, and creamy gravy, all topped with melted cheese and crispy tater tots. This dish is simple to prepare in one pot, making it easy to serve straight from the oven to your table.

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    Crunchwrap Supreme

    Crunchwraps.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    These homemade Taco Bell crunch wraps are packed with layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese, a crunchy tostada shell, cool sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and extra cheese. This quick dinner is a fun twist on taco night that everyone will enjoy!

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    Beefy Pasta Bake

    Beefy Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Bitz n Giggles.

    This dish features cheesy beef and noodles, all topped with crispy French fried onions. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for a cozy dinner.

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    Cheeseburger Macaroni

    Dutch oven with Cheeseburger Macaroni.
    Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    This cheeseburger macaroni is a simple and quick dinner option for busy nights. It combines soft pasta and seasoned ground beef, all topped with melted cheese, and can be prepared in just one pan.

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    German Spaghetti

    German Spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: Seanna's Kitchen.

    This German-style spaghetti features ground beef, onions, and celery cooked in butter and simmered with fresh tomatoes. It's a dish that's sure to please everyone.

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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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    Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas

    Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas.
    Photo Credit: NeighborFood.

    Ground Beef Quesadillas are a hit with kids and perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with seasoned beef, sautéed peppers, onions, and cheese, they can be ready in 30 minutes or less.

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    Cheesy Taco Skillet

    Cheesy taco skillet.
    Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    This taco skillet is a simple and tasty dish that elevates the classic Hamburger Helper. It's great for busy weeknights, and you can adjust the spice level to suit your taste.

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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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    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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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    Crescent Roll Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Urben Life.

    This taco bake features seasoned ground beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in a soft, buttery crescent roll crust. It's a simple and satisfying meal that you can top with your favorite taco fixings.

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    Cabbage Roll Casserole

    Cabbage Roll Casserole
    Photo Credit: Wholesome Yum.

    This cabbage roll casserole is packed with the same great flavors as traditional cabbage rolls but is much simpler to prepare. It's a healthy option that's perfect for a quick dinner.

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    Baked Taco Dip

    Baked taco dip.
    Photo credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    This delicious baked taco dip comes together with a flavorful blend of savory beef, creamy beans, melted cheeses, and zesty spices. Perfect for any gathering!

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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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