20 Ground Beef Recipes That’ll Make You Ditch Takeout for Good
Tired of spending a fortune on takeout just to get a satisfying dinner on the table? These 20 ground beef recipes are here to prove that easy, affordable, and downright delicious meals are totally possible at home. From cheesy casseroles to flavor-packed bakes, each one is designed to be as comforting as your favorite restaurant dish—without the wait or the price tag. Get ready to fall back in love with homemade dinner!
Instant Pot Taco Meat
Instant Pot Taco Meat is the perfect and fast way to make tender ground beef for tacos. Serve it immediately or freeze it!
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Teriyaki Meatloaf
A sweet and tangy twist on a classic recipe, this teriyaki meatloaf is tender, juicy, and full of umami flavor. It comes together with simple pantry staples and pairs with all your favorite sides for an easy weeknight meal!
Ground Beef Nachos
Ground beef nachos are a tasty appetizer, snack, or meal. This dish is simple and tasty, loaded with your favorite cheese and toppings. Perfect for a fiesta-inspired plateful of awesome.
Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
This Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread is a delicious twist on classic Sloppy Joes. This delicious twist on a family favorite is budget friendly, makes a filling appetizer, and is fun for a crowd. Great for using up leftovers too!
Ranch Meatballs
Dry ranch seasoning, ground beef and breadcrumbs come together to form the best Ranch Meatballs! Perfectly tender, juicy, zesty and delicious!
AMISH MACARONI CASSEROLE (WITH CHICKEN, HAM, OR BEEF)
Embrace the comforting flavors of traditional Amish cuisine with this Easy Amish Macaroni Casserole recipe. This tasty casserole dish is a delicious blend of tender macaroni, savory meat, and green peas in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Whether you opt for the savory richness of chicken, the smoky goodness of ham, or the hearty taste of beef, this versatile dish promises to be a wholesome and satisfying favorite at your family’s dinner table.
EASY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
It’s time for a meal that’s boldly flavorful and and easy like this foolproof Easy Enchilada Casserole. No need to roll tortillas one at a time; just layer up all the good stuff!
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Big Boy Casserole
Big Boy Casserole is a remake of an iconic restaurant’s star menu item. Layers of tender beef, flaky crescent roll dough, tangy big boy sauce, tangy pickles, and lots of cheese!
Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole
This Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole is an easy recipe that makes Taco Tuesday even more delicious. Full of cheesy potatoes, hearty ground beef, and slow cooked for maximum flavor!
Garlic Bread Casserole
This easy recipe for Garlic Bread Casserole is one to try the next time you need a new recipe and something that is super easy. Texas toast garlic bread topped with a hearty meat sauce and tons of cheese.
FRITO TACO BAKE
This Frito Taco Bake is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor! Taco seasoned ground beef combined with a cheesy sauce and Fritos; this walking taco casserole is comfort food at its finest. Perfect for busy weeknights and lazy weekend meals!
Beefy Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots
Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots is a delicious, hearty hamburger hotdish with green beans and potatoes. Prep it ahead to save time!
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Walking Taco Casserole
Walking Taco Casserole is our easy Tex-Mex recipe. Everything you love about a walking taco, baked into a kid-friendly, make-ahead casserole!
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Easy One Skillet Ground Beef Recipe with Orzo
Your whole family will love this delicious, Skillet Ground Beef Recipe made with orzo and briny olives. Topped with yummy feta cheese, this one pot easy dinner meal is a family favorite! Because it’s made in just one pan, you’ll not only love how it tastes, but clean-up is a breeze!
Super Easy One Skillet Stuffed Cabbage Casserole
With shredded cabbage and a savory blend of delicious ingredients, this Stuffed Cabbage Casserole is the perfect low carb weeknight meal. You’ll love the combination of aromatic spices and luscious tomato sauce.
Easy Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef (Low-Carb)
This easy zucchini casserole with ground beef is full of nutritious veggies and packed with incredible flavor — the perfect low-carb casserole! A quick one-skillet meal that kids love! Giddy-up!
One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper Lasagna Recipe
Enjoy a speedy, one-pot Hamburger Helper Lasagna recipe that’s healthier and family-friendly! With just 15 minutes of prep, it’s a fresh take on an American classic, ready in under an hour.
Slow Cooker Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
Enjoy family-friendly comfort food with my Easy Slow Cooker Ground Beef Casserole recipe. Savory ground beef, tender pasta, and gooey cheese meld together perfectly in your Crock-Pot for a hearty meal that’s ready when you are.
Slow Cooker Hanky Panky
This Hanky Panky recipe may sound a little naughty, but the taste is far from it. The combination of ground beef, hot sausage, Velveeta cheese, and a few seasonings keeps this old-fashioned classic going strong.
CABBAGE SOUP WITH HAMBURGER (GROUND BEEF)
This easy beef cabbage soup recipe (sometimes called hamburger cabbage soup) tastes so rich and hearty, you’d never guess it was healthy. It’s a lot like hamburger soup, but with the added comfort factor of cabbage instead of some of the other veggies. Let me show you how to make cabbage soup with ground beef, tender veggies, and only 15 minutes of hands-on prep — including Crock Pot or Instant Pot options.
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