Feed the Whole Family With Ease
With just one pound of ground beef, you can whip up a delicious meal that feeds the whole family - without spending hours in the kitchen or even spending very much money. Here are a whole 35 recipes that give you new and exciting things to do with ground beef.
Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie is a traditional British dish originally eaten by, guess who, shepherds. To make it, first brown some ground beef with chopped onion. Stir in frozen veggies, garlic, and Worchestershire sauce, letting it simmer. Spoon mashed potatoes over the top, sprinkle on some cheese, and pop it in the oven until bubbly.
Korean Beef and Rice
Why go a Korean restaurant when you can make this at home for cheap? Cook some lean ground beef with garlic. Then whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, a pinch of red pepper flakes and pepper, and stir it into the beef. Serve it over rice, and sprinkle sliced green onions on top.
Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce Meatballs
Don’t knock this til you’ve tried it. Make your meatballs from beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Then, whisk together chili sauce and grape jelly. Once your meatballs are cooked, toss them in the sauce until coated. If you’re having a party, why not serve them on toothpicks?
Butternut Squash Chili
One for chili lovers! Brown some ground beef with onion first. Then stir in chili powder, cumin, tomato paste, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, then toss in cubed squash and simmer until the squash is tender. Then you can serve it with avocado, Greek yoghurt and/or grated mozzarella cheese.
Cheeseburger Pasta
Cheeseburgers are delicious, pasta is delicious, so why not combine them? Here’s what you do: brown ground beef with diced onion, then stir in tomatoes, relish, salt and steak seasoning. Add cooked pasta and plenty of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until creamy. Let it simmer a couple minutes, then dish it up.
Beef Enchiladas Verdes
Cook up some beef with onion, garlic, and cheese. Soften corn tortillas in a little oil, then fill them up with the beef mixture. Pour chicken soup mixed with Velveeta over the top, and bake at 350 for about 30 minutes. Top with whatever you like!
Buffalo Blue Cheese Meatloaf
Blue cheese may not look appetizing, but it tastes delicious. To make this, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, minced onion and oregano, plus buffalo wing sauce. Shape it into a loaf and bake. Slather the top with extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese, return it to the oven for a few more minutes, then you’re done.
Beef Barley
This is an easy one! Cook your beef with onions, celery and green pepper, then stir in quick‑cooking barley, canned tomatoes, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and chili sauce, plus seasonings like salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until the barley is tender - about 15 minutes.
Spinach Beef Soup
Spinach is really good for you, so remember that while meal planning! First, cook beef with garlic. Then, stir in beef broth, tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook some bow tie pasta, add that to the dish, and then add spinach once the pasta is tender.
Hamburger Potato Casserole
Toss your potatoes with butter and salt to start off with. Then brown some ground beef with chopped onion in a skillet. Add sweetcorn. Stir in a bit of melted butter, salt, pepper, and flour, then add celery soup and milk. Once you’ve cooked it, put a bit of parsley on top.
Cowboy Beans
Eat like a cowboy! Begin with cooking the beef and onions. Then stir in a mix of beans, plus ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, a splash of vinegar and maybe BBQ sauce. Let it bubble in the pot until thick. If you like, you can add bacon to this recipe.
Spaghetti Meatballs
A childhood favorite of so many. Make the meatballs with ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Then make the sauce by combining diced tomatoes, 2 teaspoons sugar, 2 teaspoons dried basil, 2 minced garlic cloves, salt and pepper. Then just add spaghetti!
Pasta E Fagioli
This is a delicious dish brought to us from Italy. Toss diced onion, celery, carrots, garlic, canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, beans, oregano, basil and a bit of salt and pepper into your slow cooker along with some already cooked beef. Let the combination cook on low for about 6-8 hours. In the last 20 minutes, stir in pasta shells. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Couscous Meatball Soup
Make your meatballs first and make sure they’re brown. Then, in a Dutch oven, combine collard greens, kale, stock, vinegar, pepper flakes and pepper. Add the meatballs, let simmer for 10 minutes, then add the couscous and let it turn tender.
Stuffed Shells With Meat
A delicious meal of cheesy goodness. Boil jumbo pasta shells, then cook your beef with onions. Mix ricotta, an egg, Parmesan, Italian cheese blend, and half the beef. Stuff shells with that cheesy blend, put them in a baking dish with sauce, then top with remaining meat and cheese.
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers are quick, easy, and delicious. First, cut the bell peppers in half and scoop out seeds. Brown ground beef with chopped onion, garlic, rice, tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Spoon the mixture into each pepper half and place in a baking dish. Top with cheese and bake until peppers are tender.
Stovetop Chili
Cook your ground beef in a skillet, then stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans and seasonings - chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Let it simmer until thick and bubbly, so about 15–20 minutes. Scoop it into bowls and top with cheese, sour cream or green onions.
One-Pot Spaghetti
A quick and easy evening meal. Brown ground beef with sliced mushrooms, dried onion and garlic powder in a big pot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato juice, salt, pepper, and ground mustard. Stir in spaghetti, bring to a simmer, and cook until the pasta’s tender.
Greek Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes with a twist. Sauté ground beef with diced onion and garlic until browned. Stir in tomato paste and oregano, and heat until it’s thick. Pile it onto buns, and top with crumbled feta for that Greek taste.
Taco Spaghetti
Taco spaghetti is beloved by kids, and it’s easy to make. Cook the spaghetti, brown the beef, then combine them and add beans, tomatoes, 1 cup of cheese and some salsa. Bake for 20 minutes and then you’re done!
Chili Beef Cornbread Casserole
Brown some ground beef with chopped onion and garlic, then stir in chili powder, cumin, beans, tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Spread that chili mix in a baking dish, top it with prepared cornbread batter, and bake until the cornbread is golden.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Prepare your zucchinis first by cutting them in half lengthwise and scooping out the flesh. Then, sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms in olive oil until softened. Mix this with cooked ground beef and seasonings. Stuff the zucchini halves with this mixture, top with shredded cheese, and bake at 350 for about 25 minutes.
Huevos Rancheros
This is a delightfully easy one. Brown lean ground beef with onion until no longer pink. Stir in diced tomatoes, chopped green chiles, frozen corn and salt, then bring to a simmer. Place the mixture into a tortilla, then crack an egg into each.
Rhode Island Hot Dog
First you need your hot dog – then you need the beef mixture. To make it, sauté finely chopped onion in butter until soft. Add minced garlic, then stir in Worcestershire sauce, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and ground mustard. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Then, simply add it to the hot dog!
Beef, Potato and Egg Bake
Cook some ground beef with onion powder first. Mix in diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and your favorite seasoning. Press the beef‑potato mix into a greased baking dish. Crack eggs on top, sprinkle with ricotta cheese, and bake at 350 until the eggs are set and the cheese’s melted.
Bean and Beef Slow-Cooked Chili
What’s better than a slow-cooking chili? To make this delicious dish, simply cook your ground beef, then stir in chopped onion and garlic. Add canned beans, diced tomatoes, and chili seasonings. Let it cook low and slow in a pot or slow cooker for several hours until thick.
Santa Fe Chipotle Chili
Brown ground beef with chopped onion and garlic in a big pot. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, corn, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chili powder, cumin and a pinch of salt. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes so flavors meld. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or crunchy tortilla strips. Delicious!
Taco Soup
This is a great dish for those on a keto diet. To make it, cook ground beef and onion, but don’t pour the fat down the drain. Then add cream cheese, garlic, chili powder, salt, paprika, cumin, oregano and pepper, and let the flavors blend before stirring in beef broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then stir in heavy cream.
Walking Tacos
To make these, first brown ground beef with taco seasoning in a skillet. Then get some toppings -shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and sliced jalapeños. Once the beef is ready, grab individual bags of Doritos, and carefully cut them open. Spoon the taco beef into each bag with the toppings. You’re done!
Spanish Rice With Ground Beef
Sauté finely chopped onion and bell pepper in oil until soft, then stir in minced garlic, and then your already browned ground beef. Add white rice and toast it a couple minutes. Pour in tomato sauce, chicken broth, a touch of salt and a bit of cumin or chili powder if you like. Cover and simmer, and you’re done!
Chili Beef Pasta
This is so filling and so easy. Brown lean ground beef with dried onion until crumbly. Stir in chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, tomato paste, tomato juice, a pinch of salt, a bit of sugar and some water. Add some pasta, then simmer.
Taco Salad
Cook your ground beef first, then move on to everything else. Make your salad with chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, shredded cheese and tortilla chips. Top everything with the beef and drizzle with your favorite dressing.
Beef Noodle Casserole
Start by browning the beef. Then, stir in tomato soup, melted butter, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and maybe a bit of mushroom soup. Fold in cooked egg noodles and half a cup of shredded cheddar. Pour into a baking dish, top with the rest of the cheese, and bake at 350.
Cheeseburger Salad
Imagine if something tasted like cheeseburger but was healthier. That’s what we’ve got here. First, make burgers out of your beef. Chop them into bite-size pieces and add lettuce, cheese, onion, croutons, tomato and pickles. Pour Thousand Island dressing over everything, and you’re done.
Fajita Burger Wraps
To make this, mix ground beef with burger seasoning and form into four patties. Cook them in a skillet then set aside. In the same pan, sauté sliced onions and peppers until soft. Add some of that mix, a patty, and shredded cheese to a tortilla. Toast in the skillet and that’s it!
