Mom’s Best Friend
There are probably a hundred different ways you can use ground beef to make an incredible meal. Considered mom’s best friend for a reason, this versatile ingredient has so many uses and the whole family will love them!
1. Tacos
Ground beef tacos are an easy and winning dish! All you need are some soft or hard taco shells, some seasoned ground beef cooked up on the stove, and maybe some veggies and cheese. It’s that easy.
2. Burgers
Of course, burgers are an American classic, and all you need to do is use ground beef to form manageable patties. Then it’s just a matter of cooking them to temperature and deciding on toppings.
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3. Lasagna
Another winning dish, everyone loves lasagna! While it needs a little bit of advanced planning, the actual setup is easy. You mix ground beef with marinara sauce and then layer it in between pasta and ricotta cheese. Then just bake to perfection.
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4. Chili
Chili also takes extra time and planning, but is certainly worth it for that ooey, gooey end result. Not only does this dish offer some heat and zest, but if you throw in some beans, you’ll be getting plenty of fiber too.
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5. Meatballs
Whether you want to serve them up with some spaghetti or let them sing on their own, meatballs are a family favorite. You essentially roll them up like the beginning of a burger patty, but instead of flattening it out, you let the ball cook, turning it on its sides to provide an even char.
6. Goulash
Considered a nostalgic and comforting dish, for this recipe you just have to mix up some hearty pasta, veggies, and ground beef in one pot. The one pot thing is essential, and will save you both time and flavor.
7. Burritos
Another Mexican favorite, all this dish needs is seasoned ground beef and some Spanish rice. Then you simply cook that up and wrap it in a warm flour tortilla. Of course, you can always spice it up with cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
8. Quesadillas
Whether you prefer guilty pleasure late-night quesadillas or want to serve them up to your whole family, this cheesy dish is a crowd-pleaser. You can make them in a sheet pan, and this is essentially like eating mini crunchy meaty sandwiches.
9. Stuffed Peppers
If you’re trying to be a bit healthier, then look no further than stuffed peppers. You essentially want to grab some bell peppers, take the top off, and load them up with ooey gooey cheese and meat goodness. Of course, you can customize the topping to your preference, but either way, it’s delicious!
10. Burger Bowls
Another healthy twist on a classic involves burger bowls. The idea here is to skip that carb-heavy bun and instead mix in your burger toppings and ground beef in a bowl instead. It’s almost like eating a salad.
11. Beef Stir Fry
If you’re craving Asian-inspired foods, then how about a teriyaki ground beef stir-fry? This dish works without the beef strips, and is just as good with cooked up ground beef. Besides, you can save yourself the trouble of slicing strips of beef.
12. Hamburger Casserole
Another twist on burgers, more so meant to feed the whole family, this dish merges casseroles with that beef patty goodness. You’ll essentially create layers of pasta, ground beef, lettuce, and tomatoes in a pan and let that cook up in the oven.
13. Stuffed Poblano Peppers
If you prefer a spicier kick, then you can elevate your stuffed pepper game and carve out a poblano pepper. Just be ready for that spice, and even out the topping accordingly. Throw in some ground beef, lots of cheese, and maybe a nice lemony salsa.
14. Orzo
Orzo is a type of pasta that’s shaped like rice, but you could really just replace it for rice and no one would be the wiser. The ground beef is the perfect addon to this pasta dish, and will add that meaty bite you’d be otherwise missing.
15. Rice Skillet
Speaking of rice, you can also make a simple beef and rice skillet. Of course, to add some further inspiration, consider theming the skillet. For instance, a Mexican themed skillet might also include beans and cheese.
16. Shepherd’s Pie
If you want to create something that’s going to impress some guests, then how about a shepherd’s pie? This is not only the ultimate comfort dish, but quite stunning as it comes out the oven too. It’s essentially a pastry filled with ground beef and veggies.
17. Samosas
If you want a lighter snack or just want to make some finger food for a party, how about samosas? You’ll essentially want to fill the pastry with some seasoned ground beef and then fry to perfection!
18. Caramelized Beef
Caramelized ground beef bits are the perfect topping to any rice or pasta dish. Plus, you can throw in some teriyaki or sweet and sour sauce to get a fun tangy meal going.
19. Bolognese
One super popular pasta that would be amiss without ground beef is Bolognese. You essentially need ground beef here to serve as the vessel connecting big chunks of pasta to the sauce.
20. Meat and Cheese Sandwiches
If you want to elevate your cheese sandwich game, then how about some ground beef thrown in? This is a great way to make a more fulfilling and protein-rich sandwich, and it’s so simple to make!
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