30 Ground Beef Recipes
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30 Ground Beef Recipes

Ground beef is such a versatile protein to cook with. It is a fantastic protein to keep on hand and very easy to cook with. Which is why I have rounded up 30 Ground Beef Recipes from across the internet to bring you some of the best ground beef recipes to cook in your kitchen.

From casseroles to pasta dishes, ground beef can be the star of so many different dishes. I find myself gravitating to it on days that I am wanting something quick and easy to make. In this post you will find a variety of different ways to use your ground beef.

30 Ground Beef Recipes

I have split these 30 Ground Beef Recipes into categories to make it easier for you to navigate. If you are wondering what to make with ground beef, you have come to the right spot. You will find popular recipes like Cowboy Casserole to Ground Beef and Potatoes to Meatballs and Gravy. And everything in between.

Ground Beef Casserole Recipes

Casseroles are classic comfort dishes that always satisfy. I love a good casserole as much as the next person.

This 30 Ground Beef Recipes roundup would not be complete with a handful of delicious casserole recipes. Here are a few fantastic ground beef casserole recipes that are sure to be a hit with your family.

John Wayne Casserole

This easy and hearty casserole is a delicious take on the original John Wayne casserole recipe. Cheesy, melty, and oh-so-satisfying.
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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole
Cheesy Hamburger casserole is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Combine pantry staples with meat, and spices for a filling meal!
Check out this recipe
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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our easy-to-make Cowboy Cornbread Casserole recipe. Packed with flavor!
Check out this recipe
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Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
Tamale Pie (with Classic Cornmeal Crust)
Tamale Pie is pure, old-school comfort food! Saucy, seasoned ground beef with onion, bell peppers, and corn baked with a cornmeal crust.
Check out this recipe
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Tamale Pie (with Classic Cornmeal Crust)
Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole
Make this easy Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. Use your leftover chili to make this dish super fast.
Check out this recipe
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Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole

Ground Beef Recipes without Pasta

A lot of popular ground beef recipes out there contain pasta. While I love a comforting lasagna or rigatoni, it is good to have a few ground beef recipes without pasta in your recipe repertoire.

Here are some really delicious recipes to choose from. You will find great pasta free recipes like Picadillo Tacos, Texas Toast Sloppy Joes to comforting Meatballs and Gravy.

Crock Pot Beef and Bean Soup

Beef and Bean Soup is hearty, delicious and easy to make thanks to the crock pot! It’s great to serve any night of the week, for gameday or when you’re feeding a crowd.
Photo Credit: ASouthernSoul.com

Slow Cooker Cabbage Rolls
Slow Cooker Cabbage Rolls take a classic comfort dish and make it even better. You get to come home to a delicious, nutritious dinner without having to
Check out this recipe
Photo credit: TheFoodBlog.net
Slow Cooker Cabbage Rolls
Picadillo Tacos (Crispy Ground Beef Tacos)
Those picadillo tacos are loaded with a delicious mixture made with ground beef, peppers, onions, tomatoes, and earthy spices. Garnished with your favorite
Check out this recipe
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Picadillo Tacos (Crispy Ground Beef Tacos)
Copycat White Castle Sliders
This Copycat White Castle Slider recipe recreates those iconic sliders with juicy steamed burgers, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and grilled onions.
Check out this recipe
Photo credit: TheSoccerMomBlog.com
Copycat White Castle Sliders
Lasagna Zucchini Boats
Tender baked zucchini filled with a mix of shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese that’s topped with savory ground beef mixed with your favorite red sauce.
Check out this recipe
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Lasagna Zucchini Boats
Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef and Cream Cheese
The perfect Super Bowl dip recipe! My beef taco dip features a warm gooey layer of cream cheese, taco seasoning, beef and cheese and topped with a cold crisp layer of all your favorite taco toppings.
Check out this recipe
Photo credit: PeelwithZeal.com
Easy Mince and Dumplings Recipe
Discover the stick-to-the-ribs, classic British dish, mince and dumplings – easy, economical and pure comfort food at its finest!
Check out this recipe
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Easy Mince and Dumplings Recipe
Spicy Beef Empanadas – Argentinian Recipe
Spicy beef empanadas filled with ground beef, jalapeňos, cumin, paprika, coriander, and lots of herbs, an easy Argentinian recipe.
Check out this recipe
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Spicy Beef Empanadas - Argentinian Recipe

Ground Beef Tostadas

Seasoned ground beef & refried beans are layered on a warm tostada with fresh veggies, cheese, & salsa to create these Beef Tostadas!
Photo Credit: SpendWithPennies.com

Moist Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
This meatloaf with mushroom gravy is packed with finely chopped vegetables, making it a moist, nutritious and delicious home-cooked meal.
Check out this recipe
Photo credit: TwoKooksintheKitchen.com
Moist Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice
Enjoy these hearty and cheesy stuffed bell peppers with tender ground beef, rice, garlic, and more! Great idea for dinners at home!
Check out this recipe
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Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice
Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe: A Simple, Healthy, and Hearty Dish
With this healthy ground beef and potatoes recipe, you only need a few ingredients to make a wholesome meal for the whole family. Here’s how it’s made.
Check out this recipe
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Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe: A Simple, Healthy, and Hearty Dish
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes Recipe
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes are a tasty ground beef mixture topped with pickled veggies and melty gouda cheese on garlic butter Texas toast.
Check out this recipe
Photo credit: InKristasKitchen.com
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes Recipe
DUTCH OVEN CHILI CON CARNE
Dutch oven chili is a warm and hearty meal for the whole family in colder days. Simple ingredients such as minced meat and beans.
Check out this recipe
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DUTCH OVEN CHILI CON CARNE
One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet
This One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Ground beef, black beans and a layer of melted cheese, make this taco skillet a family favorite.
Check out this recipe
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One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet
Meatballs and Gravy

Meatballs and Gravy

Savory meatballs smothered in brown gravy with sautéed onions and garlic. Perfect served on top of creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty and comforting meal. 
Photo Credit: SimplyScratchMade.com

Ground Beef Recipes with Pasta

Classics like Lasagna and Rigatoni Bolognese are comfort food recipes that ever home cook should have. If you are looking for super comforting, carb loaded recipes, this list has you covered. You really can’t go wrong with ground beef pasta recipes.

Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake
This delicious Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. Homemade meatballs, a rich tomato-based sauce and lots of cheese!
Check out this recipe
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Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake
Rigatoni Bolognese
Rigatoni Bolognese – a classic sauce that’s slow cooked until it’s rich and thick with a complex flavor you won’t soon forget.
Check out this recipe
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Slow Cooker Goulash Recipe
Slow Cooker Goulash – quick to put together Crock Pot goulash that cooks slowly without oversight and turns out so delicious and hearty.
Check out this recipe
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Slow Cooker Goulash Recipe
Homemade Lasagna

Homemade Lasagna

Layers of noodles, the most delicious meat sauce, ricotta cheese filling and lots of mozzarella make up this classic Homemade Lasagna dish. Completely from scratch, easy to make, make-ahead and freezer friendly.
Photo Credit: SimplyScratchMade.com

Ground Beef Bowls

If you are looking for quick and easy, and ready in under 30 minutes, Ground Beef Bowls are the way to go. If you are needing a quick recipe to whip of for lunch, or even dinner, you cannot go wrong with one of these delicious bowls.

Cheeseburger Bowl (Big Mac Salad)
This cheeseburger bowl (or Big Mac salad) has all the delicious flavors of a cheeseburger but is made into a crisp salad, including a copycat Big Mac sauce!
Check out this recipe
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Cheeseburger Bowl (Big Mac Salad)
Soboro Donburi (Beef and Egg Rice Bowl)
This soboro donburi has sweet savory ground beef and fluffy scrambled eggs on top of rice. Under 20 minutes recipe, gluten & dairy free.
Check out this recipe
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Soboro Donburi (Beef and Egg Rice Bowl)

Korean Beef Bowl

Not only is this Korean Beef Bowl Recipe easy, fast, and healthy…it’s absolutely scrumptious! Our family and friends eagerly devour their beef bowls every time. Bonus: This Korean beef bowl recipe happens to be gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar-free!
Photo Credit: ChewOutLoud.com

Loaded Beef Burrito Bowls with Crispy Tortilla Shells
The only thing better than loaded burrito bowls is when they’re served in edible, crispy tortilla shells! I’ll show you three easy ways to make the shells, then load them up with smoky beef and lots of fresh veggies. Plus, they’re ready in less than 30 minutes.
Check out this recipe
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Loaded Beef Burrito Bowls with Crispy Tortilla Shells
Cheeseburger Bowls (Easy Low Carb Meal)
Skip the bun but not the flavor with these protein packed, low carb Cheeseburger Bowls. A lighter way to get your cheeseburger fix!
Check out this recipe
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Cheeseburger Bowls (Easy Low Carb Meal)

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6 Comments

  1. I always have ground beef in the fridge or freezer, so I’m glad to have found these recipes! I especially can’t wait to try the crock pot beef and bean soup!

  2. I always buy giant packs of ground beef at Costco, now I can add a little variety to my dinner lineup! Meatloaf with mushroom gravy sounds like an awesome place to start.

  3. These recipes are a game-changer! I love how versatile ground beef can be in so many different dishes. There’s something for everyone. The recipes are easy to follow and delicious!

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