Ground beef is incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of comforting and delicious dishes. Here are some favorite ground beef dinner recipes that are sure to be crowd-pleasers:
1. Classic Beef Tacos
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade seasoning blend)
2/3 cup water
Taco shells or tortillas
Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, jalapeños
Instructions:
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened.
Stir in the taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Serve in taco shells or tortillas with your favorite toppings.
2. Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 cup beef broth
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked egg noodles or rice
Instructions:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic; cook until the beef is browned.
Add mushrooms and cook until they are tender.
Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add beef broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly thickened.
Reduce heat and stir in sour cream. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve over cooked egg noodles or rice.
3. Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients:
4 large bell peppers (any color)
1 lb ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Stuff the bell peppers with the beef mixture and place in a baking dish.
Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until peppers are tender.
4. Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup mustard
1 egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, ketchup, mustard, egg, onion, salt, and pepper.
Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
5. Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooked rice or noodles
Instructions:
In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return beef to the skillet and add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and oyster sauce. Stir to combine and heat through.
Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
6. Beef and Bean Chili
Ingredients:
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