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Looking for delicious and hassle-free dinner ideas to tackle those busy weeknights? This collection of ground beef recipes will quickly become weeknight favorites for those busy evenings.
Keeping hamburger on hand in the freezer is a smart and practical way to ensure you always have a versatile and convenient ingredient readily available. By buying hamburger in bulk and freezing it in portioned packs, you can extend its shelf life significantly and avoid unnecessary trips to the grocery store.
Ground beef is a fantastic dinner ingredient. Whether you’re in the mood for classic comfort foods like spaghetti and meat sauce or juicy hamburgers, or something different like tacos or stuffed peppers, ground beef can be easily adapted to create just about anything. It’s a budget friendly option and there are tons of ways it can be cooked. Just see our ideas below.
Smash Burgers on the Grill are super crispy burgers, made of ground chuck or butcher’s trio, that have been “smashed” on the grill to form those crispy edges we all love.
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup is a quick soup, packed with ground beef, potatoes, onions and cheese, that can be whipped up in just 15 minutes for a flavorful and satisfying lunch or dinner.
This Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is the perfect meal for a lazy afternoon or quick dinner, made with ground beef, pasta shells, and all your favorite taco flavors.
There’s a ton of flavor packed into this Instant Pot Chili recipe with ground beef and pork, beans, tomatoes, and oodles of spices, and the best part is it only takes about 30 minutes from start to finish.
This low-carb version Beef & Broccoli is so simple and tasty. We use ground beef to keep it super budget friendly, utilizing ingredients you already have on hand.
80% lean ground beef contains more fat and calories than 90% lean ground beef, but it can also be more flavorful and juicy. It’s a good choice if you’re cooking burgers or meatloaf, where the fat content can help keep the meat moist.
On the other hand, 90% lean ground beef contains less fat and fewer calories, making it a healthier choice. It’s a good option if you’re looking to reduce your overall calorie and fat intake, or if you’re using the ground beef in recipes where the added fat isn’t necessary.
What is better, ground round or ground chuck?
Ground round is made from the round primal cut of beef, which is a leaner cut of meat. Ground round is a good choice for recipes that require leaner meat, such as meatballs, chili, or meatloaf.
Ground chuck is made from the shoulder primal cut of beef, which is a slightly fattier cut of meat. It typically has a higher fat content than ground round, making it a good choice for recipes that require more moisture and flavor, such as burgers or meatloaf. The added fat can help keep the meat moist and flavorful.
Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.
