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    22 Easy Meals to Make With Ground Beef

    Published: May 17, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of easy and satisfying meals. From classic burgers to hearty casseroles, there are plenty of simple recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Whether you're cooking for a family or just yourself, these 22 meals will help you make the most of ground beef.

    Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

    Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner.
    Photo Credit: Shaken Together Life.

    Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a simple one-pan meal that the whole family will enjoy. With hamburger, rice, peppers, tomatoes, and cheese, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner.

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    Frito Taco Bake

    Frito Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Frito Taco Bake combines seasoned ground beef, a cheesy sauce, and crunchy Fritos for a delicious meal. This is a good choice for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends.

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    Cheesy Spiral Pasta

    Cheesy Spiral Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Add Salt & Serve.

    This spiral pasta dish is loaded with cheese, tomatoes, and beef, making it both filling and tasty. It's simple to prepare and yields two pans, so you can enjoy one for dinner and save the other for later.

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    Stuffed Anaheim Peppers

    Stuffed Anaheim Peppers.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    Stuffed Anaheim peppers filled with savory ground beef and gooey cheese create a satisfying meal. Topped with a creamy avocado sauce, this dish is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.

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    Louisiana Dirty Rice

    Louisiana Dirty Rice.
    Photo Credit: Kenneth Temple.

    Dirty Rice is packed with flavors from ground organ meat, Cajun spices, and the classic holy trinity of vegetables. It's perfect for serving a big group at dinner, parties, or casual get-togethers.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant moussaka.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    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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    Homemade Hamburgers

    An air fryer burger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is easy to make and great for busy nights. It comes together quickly and keeps things organized.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking Taco Casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    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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    Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna)

    Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna).
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Pastitsio is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna. It features layers of pasta, a hearty ground beef sauce with a hint of cinnamon, and a creamy béchamel topping.

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    Taco Tater Tot Casserole

    Taco Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This ground beef casserole is packed with tasty Mexican flavors, topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheese. It's a favorite meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Best Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Best Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: The View from Great Island.

    Stuffed pepper soup is a filling and cozy dish that you can whip up in less than an hour. It's perfect for a quick meal that warms you up.

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    Louisiana Dirty Rice

    Louisiana Dirty Rice.
    Photo Credit: Kenneth Temple.

    Dirty Rice is packed with flavors from ground organ meat, Cajun spices, and the classic holy trinity of vegetables. It's perfect for serving a big group at dinner, parties, or casual get-togethers.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These meatballs are easy to make and can be done in less than an hour. You can prepare them on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the oven, and they'll turn out juicy and tasty.

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    BBQ Smoked Meatloaf

    BBQ Smoked Meatloaf.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Meatloaf is a classic dish, and BBQ smoked meatloaf offers a tasty twist you'll want to try. With its savory flavor and a delicious garlicky tomato glaze, this dish is sure to impress.

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    Slow Cooker American Goulash

    Slow Cooker Goulash.
    Photo Credit: Cincy Shopper.

    Slow Cooker American Goulash is a hearty dish packed with beef and vegetables. It's perfect for a filling meal that doesn't require much effort.

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    Easy Layered Enchilada Casserole

    Enchilada casserole.
    Photo Credit: What a Girl Eats.

    Layered enchilada casserole is a quick and easy dish that skips the rolling of the tortillas. Layers of ground meat, cheese and mild green enchilada sauce make this a family favorite.

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    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs

    Baked Shells Stuffed with Meatballs.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    Pasta shells filled with cheese and meatballs, all covered in a simple tomato sauce, create a comforting dish. This is a classic meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Air Fryer Meatballs

    Air fryer meatballs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These meatballs are not only easy to make, but they also look great on the plate. Perfect for a quick dinner, they bring a nice touch to your meal.

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    Ground Beef Stroganoff

    Ground Beef Stroganoff.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This flavorful stroganoff is a great dinner option that packs a punch without taking up too much of your time. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something delicious and easy to prepare.

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers without Rice
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Stuffed peppers can be ready in just 45 minutes with this simple recipe. Packed with tex-mex flavors and topped with cheese, they're great on their own or alongside some tortilla chips.

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    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake

    Spaghetti Bolognese Bake.
    Photo Credit: Slow the Cook Down.

    This spaghetti bolognese bake is a comforting family meal that's sure to please everyone. With a hearty meat sauce mixed with spaghetti and topped with cheese, it's an easy dish to prepare and enjoy.

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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 way to enjoy a rich and hearty pasta sauce. With just a few basic pantry ingredients, you can have a classic dish ready in no time.

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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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