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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    27 Ground Beef Recipes That Are Much Better Than Takeout

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 31, 2025, updated January 14, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of delicious meals. From classic burgers to hearty casseroles, these 27 recipes offer a range of flavors and styles that are sure to impress. Whether you're in the mood for something comforting or a bit more adventurous, there's a ground beef dish here that will satisfy your cravings.

    Beefy Velveeta Cheese Soup

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

    This soup brings together the delicious flavors of cheesy Rotel dip and a classic cheeseburger. It's a warm and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a simple dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef, all topped with plenty of cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a healthy and tasty Mediterranean meal.

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    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Spinach

    Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Spinach.
    Photo Credit: Mediterranean Latin Love Affair.

    Baked Ziti is a hearty dish featuring a savory ground beef and vegetable sauce, topped with plenty of cheese. The addition of a creamy ricotta and cottage cheese layer gives it a rich flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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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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    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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    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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    American Goulash

    American Goulash
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    American Goulash is a simple, one-pot dish that combines ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles. It's a comforting meal that's great any time of the year and even better the next day.

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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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    Beef & Beans Casserole

    Beef & bean casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Ground beef and beans are combined in a tasty tomato sauce, topped off with melted Cheddar cheese. This dish is perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti

    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cheesy baked spaghetti is a fun twist on the usual pasta dish that your family will really enjoy. With layers of cheesy noodles, savory meat sauce, and lots of melted cheese, it's a filling meal that's sure to please.

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    Beef & Quinoa Bowls

    Beef & Quinoa Bowls.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    This Indonesian Beef and Quinoa Bowl is a comforting dish that’s packed with flavor. The beef simmers in coconut milk with curry and cinnamon, and you can add your favorite toppings for a healthy protein-packed meal that's great for meal prep.

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    Crockpot Mexican Casserole

    Crockpot Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit" Haute & Healthy Living.

    This crockpot Mexican casserole is packed with delicious Mexican flavors and is a great option for busy weeknights. It's a healthier and more affordable choice than ordering takeout.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

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

    This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole combines 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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    Crunchy Ground Beef Tacos

    Ground beef tacos.
    Photo credit: Confetti & Bliss.

    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 takeout.

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    Slow Cooker Creamy Taco Soup

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

    Ground beef is cooked with chopped onion and then combined in the crock pot with taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, cream cheese, and spices. This is a simple and tasty taco soup that’s perfect for a quick meal.

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    Lasagna Stew

    Lasagna Stew.
    Photo Credit: Kelly Neil.

    Lasagna stew is a comforting and filling dish that combines all the flavors of traditional lasagna in a simple one-pot meal. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Meaty Cabbage Soup

    Meaty Cabbage Soup.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish is perfect for when you want something warm and comforting. It uses just a few basic ingredients, focusing on ground beef and cabbage.

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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 are sure to impress.

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    4-Ingredient Chili

    Chili.
    Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This is a hearty meal that won't break the bank, and you can whip it up with just four simple ingredients. It's perfect for when you want something filling without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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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.

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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 both the noodles and the cheese layers. This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is a favorite in my family.

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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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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into a simple one-dish meal. 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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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This soup combines all the great flavors of stuffed bell peppers, simmered slowly in your Crock Pot. It's a filling and tasty meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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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 one pan. In just 20 minutes, you can have a delicious dish ready to enjoy.

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    Beef Taco Dip

    Beef Taco Dip.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    This beef dip combines taco-inspired ingredients for a creamy and flavorful appetizer. It also works well as a comforting dinner when served with chips.

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    Mexican Beef & Rice Skillet

    MEXICAN BEEF AND RICE SKILLET.
    Photo credit: Cook Dinner Tonight.

    This Mexican beef and rice skillet is an easy, one-skillet dinner recipe. This simple dinner recipe turns ground beef into a tasty dinner that is packed with flavor!

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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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