Ground Beef Recipes

Some people don't like ricotta cheese, traditionally found in lasagna. This is a nice alternative.—Angie Estes, Elko, Nevada

Anne Mitchell of Lynchburg, Ohio lends a family favorite to our menu. Beef, tomatoes, garlic and cumin create her hearty...

Big, bold chili and french-fried onions are a fun alternative to the classic burger fixings of ketchup and mustard. The...

Even after more than 50 years of marriage, I love to bake and cook for family and friends. The recipe...

From Bucyrus, Ohio, Cleora Campbell sends this recipe for a beefed-up quiche that doesn't require a prepared crust. The entree...

From Kalamazoo Michigan, Kim Neer makes this comforting Italian dish with a from-scratch spaghetti sauce, ziti pasta and a generous...

I keep the ingredients for this quick and easy casserole on hand so I can put it together at a...

I often make this all-in-one dish ahead of time and reheat it for reunions and potlucks. No additional salt is...

Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables, so I'm constantly on the lookout for new ways of preparing it. This...

Instead of opening a can of alphabet soup, why not make some from scratch? Kids of all ages love this...

Mexican culture greatly influences our cuisine, and we eat a lot of spicy foods. In this recipe, the mellow flavor...

I developed this recipe as a way to get more nutritious vegetables into our diet. Be sure to finely chop...

This savory spaghetti sauce is a nice change from some of the sweeter store-bought varieties. With fresh bread and a...

I've found these colorful meatballs keep well in a slow cooker for a no-fuss meal. We enjoy them served over...

"This herb-seasoned casserole is one dish that all six of our kids love," notes Gwen Bradshaw of Kennewick, Washington. Serve...

A fellow dental hygienist gave me this recipe nearly 20 years ago. After a full day, it’s a convenient meal...

"I bake this hot and hearty ground beef pie when my grandchildren come to visit," comments June Mullins of Livonia,...

Serve these tangy meat loaf muffins for dinner or slice them up for a take-along sandwich lunch. They're just as...

When I dine alone, I often fix myself this hearty, flavorful mixture. Combining meat, bread and a vegetable, it can...

"This zippy appetizer is my family's favorite dish using cumin," reports Darlene Babineaux of Arabi, Louisiana.

When out-of-state friends dropped by, I invited them to stay for dinner, knowing that I could put together this mild,...

"This is an old family favorite passed down from my mom, who got the recipe from a friend," relates Julie...

Youngsters will dig right into this playful potato-topped pie, loaded with ground beef and vegetables. The dashing details are easy...

You’ll love this quick, easy and economical homemade sloppy joe recipe. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, both for...

I grew up enjoying this dish. My mother always saw smiles around the table whenever she served it!—Victoria Mitchell, Salem,...

At my house, we never know how many we'll have for dinner. That's why this spaghetti sauce is one of...

Many years ago, the Farm Journal published a recipe that became the "jumping-off point" for my version. It's as colorful...

Need ideas for dinner tonight? Try these easy beef recipes that can each be made in 30 minutes or less,...