Low on inspiration for dinners with ground beef? Here are 26 recipes to get you out of that rut.
Ground beef is one of the most versatile proteins you can cook with. From burgers and meatloaf to stir fries and soups, here are 26 of my favorite dinners to make with a package of ground beef.
Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
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This quick and easy spin on classic beef and broccoli takes just 30 minutes to make.
Best Ever Sloppy Joes
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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These messy, big flavor sloppy Joes are a fun, kid-friendly meal and the leftovers are fantastic for freezing.
Chopped Cheese
Simply Recipes / Nick Evans
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If you're looking for a satisfying, dinner-worthy sandwich, the chopped cheese is it.
Scrambled Eggs with Spinach, Beef, and Mushrooms
Simply Recipes / Coco Morante
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Author Coco Morante says, "Joe's Special is a classic San Francisco diner dish dating back to the 1920s. It's a hearty scramble of eggs, ground beef, spinach, mushrooms, and onions."
Tamale Pie
Simply Recipes / Annika Panikker
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This comforting casserole features a spiced ground beef mixture topped with fluffy cornbread.
Curry-Scented Grilled Beef Lettuce Wraps
Simply Recipes / Alison Conklin
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Author Andrea Nguyen says, "Making lettuce and herb wraps filled with well-seasoned grilled morsels is a quintessential Viet way to eat. It’s fun and healthy, too."
Cheeseburger Soup
Simply Recipes / Nick Evans
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When potato soup meets a cheeseburger, you get this comforting, creamy cheeseburger soup! Make it in just 45 minutes, or prep it in the slow cooker for a more hands-off approach.
One-Pot Taco Pasta
Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek
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One-pot pastas are a great way to get dinner on the table quickly, and this one is loaded up with your favorite taco fixings.
Easy Meatloaf
Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek
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For a hands-off meal, turn to this super easy meatloaf that is ready for the oven in just 10 minutes.
Chili Beans with Rice
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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Author Elise Bauer says, "My mom learned this method of preparing chili beans years ago, when she was still teaching school, from a fellow teacher from Louisiana."
Mom's Stuffed Bell Peppers
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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These simple rice and beef stuffed bell peppers are a comforting classic.
Easy No-Bean Chili
Simply Recipes / Nick Evans
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If beans aren't your thing, this no-bean chili is the hearty, beefy chili you've been looking for.
French Onion Meatballs
Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu
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With all the flavors of savory French onion soup, these meatballs make an extra special dinner or even party appetizer.
Italian Meatballs
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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The key to tender meatballs? Milk-soaked bread and a 50/50 mix of ground beef and pork.
Unstuffed Peppers
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Everything you love about stuffed peppers, made even simpler.
Quick and Easy Bolognese Sauce
Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas
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This quick Bolognese is super versatile and can be on the table in just 35 minutes.
Swedish Meatballs (Ikea Copycat)
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Ikea's Swedish meatballs are beloved by almost everyone. This recipe features two key tricks for making them (even better!) at home.
Salisbury Ground Beef
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A take on the retro dish, this recipe swaps out the patties typical of Salisbury steak for a simpler approach to turn this comforting classic into an even easier weeknight dinner.
Easy Taco Casserole
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If you have 20 minutes, you can have this delicious taco casserole ready for dinner.
Moussaka
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
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This layered labor of love is a special treat to serve a crowd.
Chili Mac and Cheese
Simply Recipes / Aaron Hutcherson
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Author Aaron Hutcherson says, "Who can resist two favorite comfort foods combined into one? This recipe pairs the cheesy goodness of macaroni and cheese with the onions, tomatoes, and spiced ground beef of chili. "
Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna)
Simply Recipes / Marta Diaz
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Pastelón is a Puerto Rican layered meat and sweet plantain casserole. It's a comforting dish with plenty to offer, whether you've had it before or are looking to try something new.
Baked Ziti
Simply Recipes / Cambrea Bakes
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Baked ziti is always a hit, and this recipe is 5-star rated by Simply Recipes readers.
Walking Taco Casserole
Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan
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Author Karishma Pradhan says, "Walking taco casserole has all the components of a walking taco from the bag served in a casserole dish for convenience. It's easily adaptable so you can enjoy it with your favorite toppings."
Burger Salad
Simply Recipes / Coco Morante
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Author Coco Morante says, "At my house, we have a few meals in rotation that we turn to when we want something satisfying and familiar. Burger salads are one of those no-fail favorites."
Grilled Mushroom Swiss Burger
Simply Recipes / Lori Rice
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When life gives you ground beef, make burgers. These are piled high with sautéed mushrooms and gooey Swiss cheese.
