Ground beef is such a versatile ingredient! You can use it in a variety of dishes ranging from classic comfort foods to international flavors. Here are a few ideas for dishes you can make with ground beef:
1. Classic Beef Tacos
- Ingredients: Ground beef, taco seasoning, taco shells, cheese, lettuce, salsa, sour cream.
- Instructions: Cook the ground beef in a skillet with taco seasoning. Fill taco shells with the beef, then top with your favorite taco toppings like cheese, lettuce, salsa, and sour cream.
2. Spaghetti Bolognese
- Ingredients: Ground beef, onions, garlic, canned tomatoes, Italian seasoning, spaghetti.
- Instructions: Brown the ground beef with onions and garlic. Add canned tomatoes and seasonings, simmer until thickened. Serve over cooked spaghetti and top with parmesan.
3. Beef Burger Patties
- Ingredients: Ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, burger buns, toppings.
- Instructions: Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and spices. Form into patties and grill or pan-fry. Serve in buns with your favorite toppings like cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and condiments.
4. Beef Stir-Fry
- Ingredients: Ground beef, mixed veggies (like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots), soy sauce, ginger, garlic, rice.
- Instructions: Stir-fry the ground beef with garlic and ginger. Add the veggies and soy sauce, cooking until tender. Serve over rice for a quick meal.
5. Beef Meatballs
- Ingredients: Ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parmesan, herbs (like parsley or oregano).
- Instructions: Mix the ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, cheese, and herbs. Form into balls and bake or pan-fry. Serve with pasta and marinara sauce.
6. Beef Chili
- Ingredients: Ground beef, onions, garlic, canned beans, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin.
- Instructions: Brown the ground beef with onions and garlic. Add canned beans, tomatoes, and spices, then simmer until everything is well combined. Serve with cornbread or over rice.
7. Beef Shepherd’s Pie
- Ingredients: Ground beef, peas, carrots, mashed potatoes, beef broth, garlic, onions.
- Instructions: Cook the ground beef with onions, garlic, and veggies. Add beef broth and season. Layer the beef mixture in a baking dish and top with mashed potatoes. Bake until golden brown.
These are just a few ideas! Do you have a specific dish you’re thinking about making with ground beef, or are you looking for something new to try?