Make tonight's dinner a standout with one of these 7 delicious ground beef recipes!
From comforting classics like spaghetti with meat sauce, Salisbury steak to family favorites like tacos, ground beef is always a great option to use for dinner.
Whether you're on a tight budget or simply looking for an easy weeknight dinner, check out these 7 recipes to help you get dinner on the table for your family this week.
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Ground beef is a versatile and affordable ingredient that can be used to create countless delicious meals.
By adding a few simple ingredients from your pantry, you can create a delicious dinner that will be sure to please even finicky eaters.
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👩🍳Meal Plan and Recipe Notes
Here are some tips to keep in mind when using ground beef for meal planning:
- Buy in Bulk! Purchasing ground beef in larger quantities will help you save money.
- If you purchase ground beef in bulk, separate the package into portion sizes for a meal for your family and freeze! Wrap the beef in aluminum foil and then add it to a freezer-safe plastic bag. Don't forget to label and date the bag!
- Balance the protein with other ingredients by adding vegetables and grains to your meal planning. This will make the meal nutritionally balanced.
- Aim for leaner cuts of beef to lower the fat intake. You can also combine ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- When browning beef for one recipe, consider browning extra and freezing that portion. That way it's ready to go when you need to create a fast meal.
📌Quick Tip: Check out my post on How to Freeze, Defrost and Brown Ground Beef for even more helpful tips.
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Recipe FAQ
As a general rule of thumb, a serving of ground beef is typically around 4 to 6 ounces.
If you're planning to serve ground beef as a main course for 25 people, you will need a significant amount of beef. As a general rule of thumb, it's safe to assume that 1 pound of ground beef will yield around 4 servings.
After you have browned the meat, it's best to drain the fat or grease that is rendered after cooking the meat. Simply transfer the browned ground beef to a colander and allow the grease to drain. You can also strain it through a fine mesh sieve to separate the grease from the beef.
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These 5 delicious ground beef recipes will help you get dinner on the table this week for your family. Make sure you print out the meal planner to make life even easier.
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This recipe collection has been updated since it first appeared in 2019 with new photos and information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
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