12 Quick and Easy Ground Beef Dinners (That Aren’t Burgers)
A dozen delicious reasons to start thawing out that ground beef you've got stashed in the freezer.
Quick and Easy Ground Beef Recipes
Meat-and-Potato Casserole
“For variety, you can use another kind of cream soup (cream of mushroom, for instance). But try this meat and potato casserole this way first.”—Marna Heitz, Farley, Iowa
Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
“I try to make foods that are not only kid-friendly, but are also easy to reheat since my husband works long hours and often eats later than our children. If you like, use reduced-fat cheese and ground turkey for a lighter version.” —Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota
Mexican Meat Loaf
“Tasty taco ingredients make this Mexican meat loaf extra special. Serve with sour cream and sliced fresh avocado.” —Tena Huckleby, Greeneville, Tennessee
Cheeseburger Cups
“A terrific recipe for moms with young kids and busy lives, this simple, inexpensive dish is made with handy ingredients and takes just a short time. Best of all, kids will go absolutely crazy for these darling dinner bites!” —Jeri Millhouse, Ashland, Ohio
Favourite Hamburger Stew
“I got this hamburger stew recipe from a woman at our church when I needed a way to use up our bounty of home-canned tomatoes. My husband loves it, and I like that it’s easy to warm up for a carefree dinner.” —Marcia Clay, Truman, Minnesota
Instant Pot Taco Pasta
“This Instant Pot taco pasta is a welcome change from boring meals. I’ve taken all the flavours of tacos and created an easy pasta dish. Kids love the taste, and Mom loves how quick and easy it comes together. To lighten things up, use ground turkey.” —Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts
Beef and Rice Enchiladas
“With a toddler in the house, I look for foods that are a snap to make. Loaded with beef, cheese and a flavourful rice mix, these enchiladas come together without a fuss. But they’re so good that guests think I spent hours in the kitchen.” —Jennifer Smith, Colona, Illinois
Bacon Cheeseburger Rice
“My husband and I thought the original skillet dish lacked pizzazz, so we created this tastier version. I’ve had teenage nieces and nephews request the recipe after their first bite.” —Joyce Whipps, West Des Moines, Iowa
Unstuffed Peppers
“If you like stuffed peppers, you’ll love this speedy version. It offers all the comforting flavour of the original, but takes just half an hour. Instead of cooking the instant rice, you can use 2 cups leftover cooked rice if you have it on hand.” —Beth Dewyer, Du Bois, Pennsylvania
Cornbread Taco Bake
“Cornbread and beef bake together in one casserole dish, making this entree convenient. This Mexican cornbread casserole is packed with tempting seasonings, and the cheese and onions make an attractive topping.” —Vicki Good, Oscoda, Michigan
Hamburger Stir-Fry
“Here’s a quick, easy hamburger stir-fry that uses ground meat instead of the traditional beef strips. It has a nice sauce and is different enough to feel like a treat for the taste buds!” —Kathi and John Horst, Westfield, New York
Tortilla Pie
“My husband and I enjoy this southwestern take on lasagna because it’s not as dense or heavy as traditional layered dishes made with pasta. Our two daughters enjoy the mild flavour.” —Lisa King, Caledonia, Michigan
Once you’ve got these quick and easy ground beef recipes in heavy rotation, check out these no-bake desserts that are perfect for summer.
