Here are some unique recipes for ground beef to add to your collections. Ground beef can stretch the family budget with flavorful delight by using an array of spices that many chefs and home cooks alike can discover. There can be old or new ways to enjoy using ground beef in an economical way for delicious meals. Whether you're looking to add a twist to traditional classics or embark on a flavor-packed journey to the unknown, the realm of ground beef recipes is your playground here are some great additions to your recipe collections:
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Here are 10 wonderful recipes to add to your collections of Ground Beef, there is something for everyone here to choose from:
Bolognese Meat and Vegetable Sauce for Pasta
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot cleaned
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 pound of lean ground beef
- 1 small can of tomato paste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces of pasta of any kind cooked to package instructions then drained
Directions:
- Place the onion, carrot, and garlic in a food processor but leave it a little chunky.
- In a saucepan saute the vegetables for around 4 minutes then add the ground beef.
- Continue to saute until all the pink is gone then add everything except the half and half and simmer for around 8 minutes.
- Add the half and half, salt, and pepper to taste if needed, and simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Pour over cooked pasta or cooked rice. Garnish with grated cheese when plated.
Beef Lettuce Wraps
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Bibb lettuce leaves
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Directions:
Brown the beef and drain the fat.
Add the sauce ingredients, stir to combine, and simmer for just a few minutes.
Serve on lettuce leaves of your choice garnish is optional.
Moroccan Spiced Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Moroccan spice blend
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions:
Brown the beef add the spices and onions saute for a few minutes.
Stir in the apricots and almonds.
Thai Basil Stir Fry
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Cooked jasmine rice
Directions:
Saute the ground in the oil in a heated pan.
Add the garlic and saute for 3 minutes.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients until heated through.
Serve over rice.
Greek Stuffed Peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Clean and hollow out the peppers.
Mix the stuffing ingredients in a bowl to combine evenly.
Stuff peppers, drizzle with oil bake for 30 minutes.
Tex Mex Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large sweet potato, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese for topping
Directions:
Saute the beef in 2 tablespoons of oil.
Add beans, vegetables, and seasoning, and simmer until the vegetables are soft.
Top with shredded cheese.
Middle Eastern Baked Casserole
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup bulgur wheat, soaked and drained
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pine nuts for garnish
- Olive oil for drizzling
Directions:
Mix all the ingredients except nuts in a bowl.
Press half this mixture into a baking dish that is oil sprayed.
Add half the pine nuts, then the rest of the meat mixture ending with the remaining nuts.
Baked for 30 minutes cutting into any shape you prefer.
Indian Style Curry
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions:
Saute the beef in 2 tablespoons of oil then drain fat.
Add the peas onions, tomatoes, and seasoning and simmer until the vegetables are soft and tender.
Serve with rice.
Beef and Mushroom Skillet
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
Saute the beef until the pink is gone.
Add the vegetables and saute for 3 minutes.
Sprinkle the top with flour and saute for 3 more minutes.
Stir in the broth and simmer for around 4 minutes then add the cream, and thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Super Simple Sloppy Joe's
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1- pound of ground beef
- 1/3 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 an onion, minced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 Tablespoon dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a deep large frying pan, saute the ground beef until the pink is gone then drain it.
- Add onion and garlic, bell pepper till fragrant around 3 minutes.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Spoon into hard rolls or the kind of sandwich rolls you prefer.
