31 Best Ground Beef Recipes For Cheap & Easy Dinners

SWEET & SOUR PINEAPPLE BEEF

A can of pineapple can really level up for dinner. Throw this flavourful recipe together in just 30 minutes.

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KOREAN-STYLE RICE BOWL

Bring some Korean flair to the table with this flavourful dinner that’s packed with good-for-your veggies and tender ground beef.

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MOZZARELLA-STUFFED AND MINI MEAT LOAVES

Mixing moistened bread crumbs into ground beef is a great way to keep the meat from drying out or shrinking as it's cooking. Use this technique for the juiciest meat loaves, meatballs and burgers you've ever tasted.

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SOUTHWESTERN SLOPPY JOES

This southwestern take on a traditional favourite will have everyone asking for seconds. The beef can easily be replaced by ground turkey. For those that enjoy a little heat, add an extra jalapeño pepper.

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GROUND BEEF PIDE

A delicious alternative to traditional pizza, pide is a Turkish flatbread shaped as a boat and baked in a brick or stone oven. Here we serve up a ground beef pide, but the options are limitless!

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ROTI WITH GROUND BEEF & BASIL LEAVES

We’re taking cues from celebrated Thai chef and restaurateur Saiphin Moore and presenting recipes from her first cookbook, Rosa’s Thai Café, that are sure to become essentials in your culinary repertoire all year long.

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MINI BEEF KOFTAS

Fresh and juicy, these mini beef meatball-like patties, called kofta, only take 20 minutes.

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THE BIG CL BURGER

Skip the drive-thru line with our all-beef patties, stacked high for a double dose of meat and topped off with cheese, pickles and our lip-smacking burger sauce.

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SOUTHWESTERN BEEF SKILLET

With spiced-up ground beef, this quick dinner fix is moist, tangy and delicious.

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GOURMET CHEESEBURGER PIZZA

Combine your two favourite weekend meals into one with this dinner idea.

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BEEF AND BROCCOLI FRIED RICE

Using ground beef instead of stir-fry beef keeps the cost down. Day-old rice works best, so if you can, cook it in advance.

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CLASSIC BEEF MEAT LOAF

A touch of horseradish adds zesty flair to classic meat loaf. Cooking the onion, celery and garlic before adding them to the mixture means the loaf is tender and evenly flavoured.

SUCCO SAUCE

Enjoy this traditional Sicilian sauce over pasta, or on a ciabatta bun with a slice of provolone cheese and a handful of mixed greens.

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SPICED BEEF AND SPINACH RICE

Everyday ground spices add oodles of flavour to simple ground beef. If spicy dishes are right up your alley, add a generous pinch of cayenne pepper along with the cumin and curry powder. Serve topped with a dollop of yogurt, if desired.

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SLOW COOKER SPICY TOMATO AND BEEF CHILI

Using stewing beef instead of ground meat adds delicious bulk to this otherwise classic chili. Serve as is or use it as a topping for baked potatoes.

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GREEK BEEF PITAS

To spice up the beef, add about 1/4-1/2 tsp of cayenne for some heat. If you're not a fan of beef, ground lamb will taste just as delicious. Be sure to add sliced green chilies for an extra boost of flavour.

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THAI PEANUT BEEF TACOS

If you like the flavour of a Thai coconut curry, you'll love these creamy and crunchy tacos topped with ripe mango and colourful coleslaw mix. Feel free to use ground chicken, turkey or pork instead of beef, if that's what you prefer.

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BEEF AND BLACK BEAN ENCHILADA BAKE

This tasty recipe is a quick fix when tacos just won't do. There is no rolling involved and each slice has a generous helping of thick enchilada sauce. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if you wish. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and sliced green onion.

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BEEF PATTIES WITH CHEESE & OLIVES

Full of flavourful and tons of juice, serve this patty alongside fries for a meal everyone will love.

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WESTERN CHILI

All you'll need to make this classic dish is some ground beef, a couple of onions and some pantry staples (including a spoonful of cocoa powder, which adds flavour and a deep reddish-brown colour). Serve with your choice of sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro and, for nostalgia, chopped cucumber. For a more modern touch, swap out cucumber for chopped avocado.

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BEEF AND LENTIL BURGER WITH CILANTRO LIME MAYO

Serve these burgers to people who don't like lentils and they'll soon be converted! The beef and lentil combination gives them a tender texture, and the jalapeno supplies a spicy kick.

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SPEEDY MINI LASAGNAS

We've achieved a 30-minute version of family-favourite lasagna by breaking the noodles into bite-size pieces, stirring the ingredients together and broiling them in serving-size ramekins. You get all the cheesy, hearty flavours of lasagna, without the time-consuming process of layering.

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BEEF NACHO BOWLS

Want a lighter take on nachos that's super simple to prepare? Fresh veggies form the base for this updated version, with just enough chips sprinkled on top for a pleasing crunch.

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BEEF STROGANOFF SOUP

This dish takes the rich flavours of beef Stroganoff and transforms them into an easy one-pan soup.

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STUFFED BEEF AND CHEDDAR BURGERS

These juicy burgers hold a melted cheese surprise for each satisfying mouthful. Serve with lettuce and bacon or your favourite toppings.

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BEEF & BEAN CHILI

Add two to three minced canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce when you stir in the jalapeños for an extra spice boost.

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ONE-POT BEEF PASTA E FAGIOLI

This hearty Italian one-pot wonder is what dreams are made of.

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CREAMY MEATBALLS AND NOODLES

 If you have time, chill the meatballs in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before frying: they'll hold their shape a little better.

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SMOTHERED MUSHROOM MEAT LOAF

Creamy mushroom sauce elevates meat loaf to new heights. A double dose of mushrooms – dried in the loaf and fresh in the sauce – is a dream for mushroom lovers. We've used dried mixed mushrooms, but you can substitute whatever dried mushrooms you can find. Serve with mashed potatoes for a deliciously indulgent dinner.

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SKILLET STROGANOFF PIE

There's no need to choose between shepherd's pie and beef Stroganoff, thanks to this simple skillet dinner, which combines a creamy mushroom-and-beef filling with a smooth, buttery potato topping.

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CREAMY BEEF NOODLES

This dish is made with ingredients most people keep on hand in the refrigerator and pantry. Evaporated milk gives the sauce a creamy consistency without all the added fat of whipping cream.

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