26 Delicious Ground Beef Dishes Perfect for Family Meals

Ground beef is a dinnertime hero for families, offering endless possibilities for quick, flavorful, and comforting meals. This collection of 26 recipes has something for everyone, from hearty classics like lasagna al forno and sloppy joes to creative dishes like sweet and sour meatballs and beef taquitos. Whether you’re whipping up taco soup, a tater tot casserole, or spaghetti Bolognese, these recipes are perfect for satisfying even the pickiest eaters. Let’s dive into these family-friendly meals that make weeknight cooking a breeze.

Italian Meatloaf

Close-up of a sliced meatloaf made with ground beef, topped with melted cheese and tomato sauce, garnished with herbs in a white dish. Perfect for hearty recipes! — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This Italian Meatloaf is like a cozy dinner party wrapped in a loaf! It mixes the heartwarming vibes of meatballs with a beefy embrace, Parmesan’s charm, and a splash of marinara sauce, before inviting melty mozzarella to crash the party. It’s so savory and cheesy, you might just find yourself in a food coma worthy of a snooze!

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Picadillo

Sweet, savory Puerto Rican-style Picadillo is a tomato-based ground beef stew that’s ridiculously delicious, versatile, and ready in thirty.
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One Pot Hamburger Stroganoff

A close-up of an easy beef and mushroom stroganoff with wide egg noodles, garnished with chopped parsley. The creamy sauce coats the ingredients, making it perfect for simple yet satisfying dinners, and a wooden spoon is partially visible. — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This super easy one-skillet ground beef stroganoff is creamy, tasty, and just right for those busy weeknights. Whip it up in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients!

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Sautéed Beef Cabbage and Rice

Sautéed Beef, Cabbage, and Rice: It’s the trifecta of comfort food! This easy dish is packed with flavor and satisfaction, all at a budget-friendly price. Tender beef, savory cabbage, and fluffy rice come together for a heartwarming meal that won’t break the bank.

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Taco Soup

This easy Taco Soup recipe is a simple yet flavorful meal in a bowl featuring ground beef, beans, vegetables, and tons of tasty toppings!
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Ultimate Cottage Pie

A spoon serving cottage pie stopped with cheesy potatoes. — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe is a game-changer. The thick, rich gravy is absolutely delicious, and the topping will blow you away!

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Sloppy Joes

This sloppy joes recipe is a weeknight dinner classic with juicy ground beef and a tangy homemade sauce. They’re kid-approved!
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Italian Meatballs

Meatballs in sauce being served with a spoon. — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe produces generous meatballs, perfect for feeding a large group! Prepare a big batch for dinner and freeze the leftovers for a convenient meal whenever you need it.

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Hamburger Soup Recipe

Packed with savory ground beef and a medley of vegetables, my hearty hamburger vegetable soup is the ultimate comfort food to warm up chilly winter days!

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Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

A close-up of spaghetti with a rich, savory meat sauce, featuring ground beef, tomatoes, and herbs. The pasta is evenly coated with the sauce, creating a hearty and appetizing classic dish. — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Whip up this speedy Spaghetti Bolognese that’s so full of Italian flavor, it should wear a beret! Ready in just 30 minutes—perfect for when you’re hungry and don’t want to wait!

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Sweet and Sour Meatballs

A close-up shot of a bowl filled with glazed meatballs, featuring a delicious ground beef recipe. The meatballs are garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, arranged neatly, with the glaze giving them a shiny appearance. — Image Credit: Baking A Moment

Sweet and Sour Meatballs: juicy meatballs cooked in a tangy sweet & sour sauce. Whip them up in the crockpot or on the stovetop; they’re simple & super yummy!

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Classic Chili Con Carne

This comforting and hearty Classic Chili Con Carne recipe is perfect for a family meal or for serving to friends at a casual dinner party.

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Moussaka

Moussaka is a delightful Mediterranean classic. This version uses either lamb or beef, layers with roasted eggplant, and tops with feta.

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American Chop Suey (American Goulash)

A pot full of American chop suey with a wooden spoon. — Photo credit: xoxoBella

American chop suey, also known as American goulash, is the ultimate comfort food that’s a staple in New England kitchens. Picture this: perfectly seasoned ground meat, a rich and savory sauce, and tender pasta all coming together in one hearty, soul-warming dish. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is delicious!

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Greek Style Meat Sauce

This is a simple, classic Greek-style meat sauce made with tomatoes, perfect for tossing with pasta on those busy weeknights when you need a quick and delicious meal.

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Traditional Homemade Meatloaf

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This Traditional Homemade Meatloaf recipe is moist, tender, and flavorful. Once you try it, you’ll cherish this recipe forever!

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Beef Enchiladas

A plate of enchiladas topped with avocado slices, jalapeño slices, crumbled cheese, and fresh cilantro makes for a delightful centerpiece. Surrounding the main dish are bowls of various toppings, including diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and crumbled cheese—perfect for exploring new ground beef recipes on a marble surface with a fork. — Image Credit: Two Peas And Their Pod

Beef Enchiladas are all about tortillas, ground beef, beans, loads of cheese, and covered in enchilada sauce. This simple enchilada recipe is perfect for laid-back weeknight dinners, feeding a bunch of folks, or popping in the freezer for later!

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Italian Stuffed Peppers

Four Italian stuffed bell peppers in vibrant red, orange, and yellow rest on a white plate. Each is filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and herbs, topped with grated cheese and garnished with chopped parsley. — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This colorful dish is sure to delight any crowd! Not only is it an easy and delicious recipe perfect for midweek meals, but it’s also impressive enough to serve to dinner guests!

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Hamburger and Rice

Savor this tasty hamburger and rice recipe any night of the week. This comforting dish is simple to prepare and brimming with savory flavors!

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The Best Hamburger Recipe

a Cheeseburger on a bun piled high with toppings — Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Searching for the best hamburger recipe? With this comprehensive guide, you can make delicious, juicy burgers using any cooking method.

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Lasagna Al Forno

This mouthwatering lasagna al forno is an exquisite Italian classic, brimming with layers of succulent beef, velvety homemade bechamel sauce, a colorful array of fresh vegetables, and a medley of tantalizing spices, all delicately nestled between sheets of tender pasta.

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French Onion Salisbury Steak

Salisbury Steak on a plate with onion gravy, mashed potatoes, and corn. — Jennifer Deremer/Not Entirely Average

Dinnertime just got an upgrade! Craving a restaurant-worthy dish without the restaurant bill? My easy French Onion Salisbury Steak with gravy is your answer. This modern twist on a classic combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions with a comforting gravy, all at a budget-friendly price.

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Instant Pot Spaghetti

A quick and convenient family dinner option – spaghetti cooked in the instant pot requires minimal preparation, ingredients, and cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights!

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Tater Tot Casserole

This simple Tater Tot Casserole has ground beef, green beans, and a creamy homemade mushroom sauce instead of canned soup. It’s the perfect comfort food for a cozy Sunday night dinner!

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Beef Taquitos

Super easy Beef Taquitos for your Cinco de Mayo bash! Seasoned ground beef mixed with cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and tasty pepper jack cheese, rolled up in a soft flour tortilla and baked to perfection. Enjoy!

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The Best Weeknight Pasta Sauce

Weeknights just got tastier! This incredibly easy pasta sauce hides a rich flavor that will make you wonder how it came together so quickly. No wonder it’s been dubbed “The Best Weeknight Pasta Sauce”!

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Beef Noodle Casserole

A baked casserole dish filled with cheesy ground beef and egg noodles, topped with melted cheddar cheese and sprinkled with chopped parsley sits enticingly on a white countertop—a perfect addition to your collection of ground beef recipes. — Image Credit: Culinary Hill

Turn basic ingredients like ground beef, pasta, cheese, and pantry staples into a cozy Beef Noodle Casserole. This simple Midwestern hot dish is the perfect comfort food for dinner.

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