Here are some great dinner ideas you can make with ground beef, ranging from quick weeknight meals to flavorful dishes:
Simple and Comforting
- Ground Beef Gravy over Mashed Potatoes : Cook ground beef with garlic, dried onion, black pepper, and butter, then thicken with flour and beef broth. Add Worcestershire sauce and simmer until thickened. Serve over mashed potatoes for a hearty meal
- Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet : Sauté diced potatoes, then add ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and seasonings like Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and hot sauce. Cook until tender and serve with cheese or Greek yogurt
Quick and Flavorful
- 15-Minute Ground Beef & Broccoli: Brown ground beef, then add garlic, ginger, and a sauce made from beef broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and spices. Add broccoli and thicken the sauce with cornstarch. Serve over rice or noodles
- Korean Ground Beef : Cook ground beef with garlic, then simmer in a sauce of soy sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, sweet chili sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Serve over rice with green onions for a sweet-savory dinner ready in about 20 minutes
Family-Friendly and Kid-Approved
- Ground Beef Enchiladas or Skillet : Use ground beef as a filling for enchiladas or a skillet dish with cheese and enchilada sauce
- Cheeseburger Sliders or Quesadillas : Make mini cheeseburger sliders or beef quesadillas for a fun and easy meal
- Meatballs : Prepare beef meatballs with French onion or Parmesan flavors, served with mashed potatoes or pasta
Classic Pasta and Casseroles
- Spaghetti Meat Sauce : Brown ground beef with onion, garlic, anchovies, and red pepper flakes, then simmer with wine and crushed tomatoes. Toss with spaghetti and cheese for a classic Italian dinner
- Meatloaf or Meatloaf Casserole : Use ground beef as the base for meatloaf, with your favorite seasonings and sauces
These recipes use simple ingredients and can be ready in 15-30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners
