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When you're too tired to think about dinner, these 19 effortless ground beef recipes are just what you need. From hearty casseroles to quick air fryer meals, there's something here for every craving. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time!
The Best Tater Tot Casserole
This tater tot casserole is a family favorite Midwest comfort food that's layered with tender veggies and ground beef in a creamy gravy topped with melted cheese and tater tots. It's loaded with real ingredients - which means NO CONDENSED SOUP - and it's made all in one pot so it can go from the stove to the oven, right to your dinner table!
Meatballs without Breadcrumbs and Eggs
These meatballs without breadcrumbs and eggs are the best I've ever had! Easy to make and all done in under 1 hour. With 3 cooking methods: stove top, air fryer & oven. The end result? A juicy, flavor packed, tender meatball.
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Cheesy Baked Spaghetti
If your family loves spaghetti but they're sick of the same old pasta and sauce, they are going to LOVE this cheesy easy-baked spaghetti recipe! It's a cross between spaghetti and meatballs and cheesy lasagna so you've got a hearty layer of cheesy noodles topped with a tasty meat sauce and plenty of ooey gooey cheese.
Homemade Hamburgers
With quick prep & less 10 minutes of cooking you can make the best hamburgers - in your air fryer! Juicy and perfectly cooked, and all ready to serve with your favorite burger toppings. And of course, you can also throw them on the grill.
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Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers
Make Stuffed Peppers without rice in 45 minutes following this easy, delicious stuffed pepper recipe. With tex-mex flavors from homemade or store bought taco seasoning and a cheesy topping, they're delicious served as they are or with a side of tortilla chips.
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Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole
This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole with ground beef includes everything you love about a great cheesesteak sandwich: lots of beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions, All together in a creamy, hearty casserole!
Taco Soup
With savory spices, seasoned ground beef, corn, beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes, Taco Soup is a soupy twist on taco night. Add your favorite toppings to finish these colorful bowls.
Cowboy Casserole
If you like easy dinners, consider making Cowboy Casserole for your next meal. It’s creamy, cheesy, hearty and covered in crispy tater tots. Your family will ask you to make it again and again!
Egg Roll in a Bowl
Starring tender ground beef, fresh greens and the salty tang of soy sauce, Egg Roll in a Bowl is an easy and flavorful recipe you’ll want to add to your regular dinner rotation. These healthy ingredients are sautéed together with a handful of zesty spices to make the perfect one-pan, low-carb meal.
Manestra (Greek-Style Orzo with Ground Beef)
Most people’s comfort food is some kind of casserole, mac’n’cheese, or other simple American fare. This "Manestra" is the Greek version, and it's just as delicious!
Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
These mini, pull apart Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls are a quick and easy to make dinner done in just 30 minutes! They’re perfect for family dinner or a fun snack. These mini burgers are packed with tender, juicy ground beef, melty cheese, and tangy pickles. All smothered in a homemade burger sauce!
Taco Casserole
With layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and cheese, Taco Casserole is a fun weeknight meal that can be made ahead and is freezer-friendly. It’s taco night with everything baked together in a single dish.
Chorizo Burgers
Chorizo Burgers are a delicious take on a traditional burger. A combination of chorizo and ground beef makes them both moist and spicy. Grill for six minutes, top with cheese and your favorite condiments and watch them disappear.
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
These Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a quick, easy, and tasty dinner that comes together in just 20 minutes.
Beef & Beans Casserole
Tender beef and beans are baked in a delicious tomato-based sauce and finished with a layer of gooey melted Cheddar cheese.
Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak
Craving a Philly Cheesesteak but short on time or budget? Look no further than this ground beef version! This clever recipe uses ground beef instead of steak, offering a delicious and affordable alternative. You’ll get all the classic cheesesteak flavors you love – savory meat, melty cheese, and tasty toppings – piled high on a soft bun.
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes will take your taco night to a new and tasty level! Sweet potatoes are filled with your favorite taco toppings and all done in under 20 minutes.
Chili Mac 'n Cheese
The #1 choice for a comfort food dish! Creamy macaroni and cheese with all the classic American beef chili ingredients you love, all in one very easy-to-make dish. Perfect for beginner cooks, it is loved by all family members, big and small.
Company Casserole
Company Casserole is a ground beef and pasta casserole in a super creamy, cheesy tomato sauce. This baked casserole earns its name! Make ahead friendly and a favorite of both adults and kids, this is the perfect dish for busy weeknights or dinner parties.
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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 more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.
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