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    24 Cheap Ground Beef Recipes for Delicious Dinners

    Published: Feb 6, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Ground beef is a versatile and budget-friendly ingredient that can be used in a variety of delicious meals. From hearty casseroles to quick weeknight tacos, there are countless ways to turn this simple meat into satisfying dinners. Here are 24 easy recipes that make the most of ground beef without breaking the bank.

    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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    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 and satisfying dinner, they are sure to please everyone at the table.

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    One Pot Lasagna Soup

    One Pot Lasagna Soup.
    Photo Credit: Soups to Savor.

    Lasagna Soup combines the rich flavors of meat, tomatoes, and cheese in a lighter, more comforting form. It's a great option when you're in the mood for lasagna but want something a bit easier to enjoy.

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    10-Minute Cheesy Gordita Crunch

    Gordita crunch.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cheesy gordita crunch is a simple twist on taco night that adds a delicious quesadilla layer to your crispy taco. Using fresh ingredients, these homemade tacos are even better than what you'd get at Taco Bell.

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    Slow Cooker 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 dinner that doesn't require much effort.

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    Enchilada Meatball Casserole

    7 Ingredient Enchilada Meatball Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona's Lazy Recipes.

    This casserole is simple to prepare and features gooey cheese with a bit of spice. It's a great option for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Teriyaki Meatloaf

    Teriyaki Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This teriyaki meatloaf has a nice sweet and tangy flavor that gives a fun twist to a classic dish. It's easy to make with common ingredients and goes well with your favorite sides for a simple weeknight dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole

    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole is packed with all the Tex-Mex flavors of a classic Mexican pizza and is cooked slowly for great taste. With just five ingredients, you can whip up a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Bolognese Sauce

    Bolognese Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    This classic bolognese sauce is packed with fresh herbs and garlic. It's a family favorite that's easy to prepare and always tastes great with pasta.

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    Hamburger Soup

    Hamburger Soup
    Photo Credit: Fed by Sab.

    Hamburger Soup is filled with juicy ground beef, fresh vegetables, and hearty potatoes in a tasty tomato broth. It's a simple dinner that your family will love and want again and again!

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    One Pan Dorito Casserole

    One pan Dorito casserole on a dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This quick Dorito casserole comes together with just 10 ingredients and can be ready in 30 minutes. It's a simple and tasty option for dinner that everyone will enjoy.

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    Ground Beef Stir Fry

    Ground Beef Stir Fry.
    Photo Credit: Carmy.

    This Ground Beef Stir Fry is a simple and tasty dish loaded with vegetables, perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. With just a few basic ingredients for the sauce and some veggies, you can whip up a fresh and filling meal quickly.

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    One Pot Ground Beef Pasta

    One Pot Ground Beef Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Supergolden Bakes.

    This One Pot Ground Beef Pasta is a simple and satisfying dinner choice. With easy ingredients and little cleanup, it's perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Crockpot Lasagna

    Crockpot Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    Crockpot lasagna combines ease with a cozy feel. This cheesy and saucy dish is just as satisfying as any classic baked lasagna.

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    Slow Cooker Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

    Slow Cooker Meatballs in Tomato Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Living Lou.

    Slow cooker meatballs combine ground beef and pork with Parmesan cheese, herbs, and spices for a classic Italian dish. Simmered in tomato sauce until tender, they're great served over spaghetti.

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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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    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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    Spiced Ground Meat and Hummus

    Spiced Ground Meat and Hummus.
    Photo Credit: My Therapist Cooks/

    This dish features seasoned ground meat, which can be beef, lamb, pork, or even venison, served over hummus for a hearty meal or snack. It's perfect for dipping, stuffing into pitas, or adding to grain bowls.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners. It's a filling and tasty meal that busy families can enjoy without much work.

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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 satisfying pasta sauce that captures the classic flavors without the long cooking time. Using simple pantry ingredients, it's perfect for busy nights when you want a hearty meal.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

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

    This easy ground beef recipe is perfect for a quick dinner. It's simple to prepare and doesn't create a lot of mess.

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    One Pan Fajita Pasta

    One Pan Fajita Pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    One Pan Fajita Pasta combines pasta with classic fajita flavors like tomatoes, ground beef, and cheese for a comforting meal. It's quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes and only requires one pan.

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    Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs

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

    These meatballs are simple to prepare and can be ready in under an hour. You can cook them on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the oven, resulting in juicy and flavorful meatballs.

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    Cabbage Roll in a Bowl

    CABBAGE ROLL IN A BOWL.
    Photo credit: Rustic Foodie.

    This savory Cabbage Roll In A Bowl is great for an easy dinner! It's made with ground beef, rice, tomato sauce, garlic, onions, and apple cider vinegar.

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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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