If you are trying to figure out what to make for dinner, this quick Ravioli Sauce is the answer. We love this meaty sauce to serve over cheese ravioli or any hearty pasta and it comes together in one large skillet.

 There’s less than 10 ingredients in this one pot meal and you are likely to have everything you need on hand. I love easy dinners that use kitchen staples.

Just take me to the Ravioli Sauce Recipe!

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Ingredients for Ravioli with Meat Sauce Recipe

• ground beef
• tomato sauce or marinara sauce
• milk or heavy cream
• Italian Seasoning
• kosher salt
• sugar
• granulated garlic
• Ravioli – frozen ravioli, refrigerated or fresh ravioli – any kind of ravioli will work here.
• fresh basil for garnish – optional

How to Make Ravioli with Meat Sauce

1. Add lean ground beef to a deep skillet and break up with a wooden spoon as it browns. Drain any excess grease. 
2. Stir in tomato sauce, milk and seasonings.
3. Add frozen or refrigerated ravioli and stir to combine. 
4. Bring mixture to a boil, cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
5. Remove from heat when ravioli is heated through and garnish with fresh basil if desired. 

This easy Ravioli Sauce is the perfect way to top store-bought ravioli and it is made with simple ingredients and it’s the perfect meal for busy weeknights.

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Ravioli with Meat Sauce

Ravioli Sauce is a quick and easy recipe made with ground beef and tomato sauce, perfect for frozen or refrigerated ravioli. A great 30 minute meal!

Course Ground Beef

Cuisine American

Keyword 30 minute meal, ground beef recipes, one pot meal, pasta, ravioli

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 664kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 2 cups tomato sauce or marinara sauce
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon Italian Seasonings
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 25 oz frozen or refrigerated ravioli
• fresh basil for garnish – optional

Instructions

• Brown ground beef in a skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
• Add tomato sauce, milk, Italian seasonings, salt, sugar and garlic, stirring to combine.
• Add ravioli and stir until well coated.
• Bring mixture to a boil, cover and cook 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
• When ravioli is heated through, remove from heat and serve with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

• Pasta: This sauce will work with any pasta but it is especially good with homemade ravioli, or tortellini.
• Meat: Italian sausage can be substituted for the ground beef if desired. 
• Spicy Sauce: Add red pepper flakes for a spicy pasta sauce. 
• Toppings: Top the finished ravioli with fresh grated fresh Parmesan cheese or mozzarella cheese. Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can be sprinkled over the top of the simple sauce.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator 2-3 days or freeze up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Cook leftover ravioli in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 664kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 1851mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g

Need more inspiration? Our Ground Beef Recipes that save busy nights will have dinner solved in no time.

 
More Pasta Dishes to Try

• Sausage Goulash is a family favorite dinner that can be on the table in under 30 minutes with bold flavors.
• Bacon White Cheddar Pasta is for the serious mac and cheese lovers. This easy dinner has tons of flavor and lots of crispy bacon!
• Easy Baked Rigatoni is a hearty recipe made with ground beef that will have everyone running to the dinner table. 
• Manicotti is filled with sausage and cheese filling with a delicious red sauce that is baked to perfection.
• Creamy Tuscan Ravioli with spinach and tomatoes is a quick dinner for busy weeknights that is just as delicious as your favorite Italian restaurant.

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Steak fajitas are one of our restaurant favorites and I have to say this Fajita Pasta is a close second, so good that we’ve made it twice this week. Serve it up with skillet Mexican Street Corn for a complete meal.

Ingredients Needed for Ground Beef Fajita Pasta

• Ground Beef 80/20
• Onions
• Bell Peppers
• Ground Cumin
• Granulated Garlic
• Chili Powder
• Black Pepper
• Cornstarch
• Brown Sugar or honey
• Orange Juice or Pineapple Juice
• Soy Sauce
• Cooked Pasta: Ziti, Penne or Macaroni
• Tomatoes
• Cilantro

How to Make Fajita Pasta

1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, breaking it up as it cooks to brown on all sides. If you have more than a few tablespoons of grease, drain the excess.
2. Slice the bell peppers and onions and add to the skillet with browned ground beef. Continue to cook until vegetables are softened.

   

3. In a bowl combine the cumin, garlic, chili powder, pepper, cornstarch and brown sugar or honey.
4. Whisk in the orange juice and soy sauce.

   

5. Pour mixture into the ground beef and veggies mixture.
6. Stir often and bring the mixture to a low boil.
7. Add the cooked and drained pasta and mix well, cooking about 2 minutes.

   

8. Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro.
9. Serve with diced tomatoes and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Leftovers are just as good reheated the next day. Refrigerate and just add a little orange juice or lime juice to the pan to reheat.

When you need a 30 minute dinner try this Fajita Pasta with ground beef. It’s so simple to make with just a few pantry ingredients and is sure to please the whole family.

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Fajita Pasta

Ground Beef Pasta with ground beef is a quick and easy weeknight meal. Full of the best fajita flavors mixed with pasta for a hearty meal everyone can agree on.

Course Ground Beef

Cuisine American

Keyword 30 minute meal, beef fajita pasta, ground beef recipe, pasta recipe with ground beef

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 789kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
• 2 cups diced onions
• 2 cups sliced bell peppers
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
• 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
• ⅓ cup brown sugar or honey
• 2 cups orange juice or pineapple juice
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 12 ounces cooked pasta ziti, penne or cavatappi
• cilantro
• diced tomatoes for serving

Instructions

• Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, breaking it up as it cooks to brown on all sides. If you have more than a few tablespoons of grease, drain the excess.
• Add peppers and onions to the skillet with browned ground beef. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are softened.
• In a bowl combine cumin, garlic, chili powder, pepper, cornstarch and brown sugar or honey. Whisk in the orange juice and soy sauce.
• Pour mixture into the skillet. Stir often and bring the mixture to a low boil. 
• Stir in the cooked and drained pasta, cooking about 2 minutes.
• Garnish with cilantro.
• Serve with diced tomatoes if desired.

Notes

Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days.

Reheat in a pan with 1-2 tablespoons orange juice or water over medium heat. Cover the pan, stir occasionally until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 789kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 151mg | Sodium: 1153mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 40g

More Ground Beef Recipes to Try

Ground Beef Enchiladas

Burrito Bake

Mexican Cornbread

Spanish Rice with Ground Beef

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Easy Ground Beef Recipes are my favorite for a quick dinner since we usually have a freezer full of beef and if it’s a Mexican inspired dinner, the whole family is happy.

If we have leftover smoked brisket, we make Brisket Enchiladas and our Creamy Chicken Enchiladas recipe is one of our most requested recipes. For an easy dinner, ground beef enchiladas is a definite winner with Tex-Mex lovers.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy – A straightforward recipe that comes together in under an hour.
• Flavorful & Satisfying – Bold, savory flavors with just the right amount of spice.
• Make-Ahead Friendly – Perfect for meal prep or freezing for later.
• Customizable – Easily swap ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs.

Ingredients for Ground Beef Enchiladas

• Ground Beef – We like lean ground beef – use what you have on hand.
• Kosher Salt
• Pepper
• Olive Oil
• Onions
• Bell Peppers
• Taco Seasoning
• Soft Taco Flour Tortillas
• Cheddar Cheese
• Red Enchilada Sauce
• Green Onions

How to Make Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas

1. Cook the Ground Beef – Place a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
2. Sauté the Veggies – Add olive oil to the skillet with browned ground beef, stirring in diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are softened.

3. Season the Filling – Stir in taco seasoning and a little water if needed. Remove from heat.

4. Assemble the Enchiladas – Lay out the flour tortillas and spoon the beef mixture onto each one. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, then roll tightly.
5. Prepare for Baking – Spread a layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the enchiladas seam side down.

6. Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas.
7. Add Cheese & Bake – Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese over the enchiladas and bake at 375°F until bubbly and golden brown.

8. Garnish & Serve – Remove from the oven and top with cilantro or chopped green onions. Serve hot with your favorite toppings and sides.

Garnishes for Enchiladas

• Sour Cream
• Homemade Salsa or Pico de Gallo
• Guacamole or Diced Avocados
• Candied Jalapenos
• Cilantro
• Sliced Olives

Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole is a a go-to meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re feeding a crowd with a Mexican Fiesta Menu or making a weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers on flavor and simplicity.

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Ground Beef Enchiladas

Ground Beef Enchiladas are a delicious blend of seasoned ground beef, onions, and bell peppers wrapped in soft flour tortillas, smothered with rich enchilada sauce, and topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Course Ground Beef

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword ground beef casserole, ground beef recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 905kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion diced
• 1 bell pepper diced
• 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 8 flour tortillas soft taco size
• 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, 1 cup reserved for the top of enchiladas
• 20 ounces red enchilada sauce (2 cans) mild
• green onions or cilantro optional for garnish

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°.
• Place a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
• Add olive oil to the skillet with browned ground beef, stirring in diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are softened.
• Stir in taco seasoning and a little water if needed. Remove from heat.
• Lay out the flour tortillas and spoon the beef mixture onto each one. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, then roll tightly.
• Spread a layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the enchiladas seam-side down, then pour the remaining sauce over the top.
• Sprinkle reserved cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the enchiladas and bake for 25 – 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and top with chopped cilantro or green onions. Serve with favorite toppings.

Notes

Garnishes for Enchiladas

• Sour Cream
• Salsa or Pico de Gallo
• Guacamole or Diced Avocados
• Candied Jalapenos
• Cilantro

Variations

• Spicy Kick – Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the ground beef mixture for extra heat.
• Protein Swap – Try ground venison, shredded chicken or ground turkey for a lighter option.
• Cheese Options – Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend.
• Tortilla Choices – Use corn tortillas for a more traditional enchilada experience.

Store & Reheat:

• Refrigerate – Store leftovers in an airtight container or cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 – 3 days.
• Freeze – Wrap enchiladas individually in aluminum foil and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
• Reheat – Warm in the oven in a casserole dish at 350°F until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 905kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 190mg | Sodium: 1250mg | Potassium: 838mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2905IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 713mg | Iron: 8mg

Best Sides for Enchiladas

• Easy Spanish Rice is our favorite Mexican rice dish that is ready in under 30 minutes.
• Black Beans Skillet is an easy side that is full of delicious flavors or go with the traditional Refried Beans.
• Skillet Mexican Street Corn is the side dish we make most often and it always gets rave reviews.

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This recipe is perfect for busy nights when you want something comforting but still fresh and flavorful. It is a twist on our popular Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli and is ready in about 30 minutes.

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

• Family friendly meal with protein and veggies thanks to lean ground beef, tender spaghetti and crisp broccoli.
• Fast ground beef noodle dinner for busy nights with simple pantry ingredients and no complicated steps.
• Sweet and savory sesame noodles made from scratch that taste better than takeout and are ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients Needed for Ground Beef Sesame Noodles

• lean ground beef
• minced garlic
• spaghetti
• broccoli florets
• soy sauce
• orange juice
• pure maple syrup or honey
• rice vinegar
• toasted sesame oil
• corn starch
• green onions
• sesame seeds

How to Make Ground Beef Sesame Noodles with Broccoli

1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
2. Steam the broccoli: While the pasta cooks, steam or blanch broccoli florets just until tender crisp. Drain well and set aside.
3. Brown the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and broccoli, cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.

Make the sesame sauce: In a small bowl whisk together soy sauce, orange juice, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil and corn starch until smooth.

Combine everything: Pour the sauce into the pan (I used the spaghetti pan). Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, whisking occasionally. Add cooked spaghetti and ground beef. Toss with tongs to mix well. Stir in broccoli and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

What to Serve with Sesame Noodles

This dish is great on its own but also pairs well with egg rolls, potstickers or our Thai cucumber salad. For an easy dinner spread, serve with fresh fruit or a Asian style slaw.

This is the kind of dinner that earns a spot in your regular rotation. The sauce comes together quickly, the noodles soak up every bit of that sesame flavor and the broccoli keeps it feeling balanced without extra work. It is simple enough for a weeknight but good enough that no one asks what else is for dinner.

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Ground Beef Sesame Noodles

Ground Beef Sesame Noodles with Broccoli is a quick and easy dinner made with spaghetti, a sweet and savory sesame sauce and tender broccoli. Ready in 30 minutes.

Course Ground Beef

Cuisine Asian

Keyword 30 minute meal, easy weeknight dinner

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 833kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 pound spaghetti cooked and drained
• 10 ounces broccoli florets (frozen or fresh) Steamed
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespon rice vinegar
• ⅔ cup pure maple syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 2 green onions sliced thin for garnish
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef with garlic and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
• In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, orange juice, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar and corn starch.
• After draining the pasta, add the sauce and cook, whisking occasionally until it starts to thicken.
• Add cooked pasta and ground beef, tossing to coat well. Stir in broccoli.
• Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator 2-3 days.

Reheat: Cook in a pan over medium heat, adding a bit of water if needed, stirring until heated through.

Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick. 

Noodles: Great with linguine, ramen or udon noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 833kcal | Carbohydrates: 139g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 3352mg | Potassium: 1275mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 626IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 7mg

More Quick Dinners to Try

Orange Chicken

Hot Honey Shrimp Bowls

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Hoisin Shrimp Stir Fry

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make with simple ingredients you already have on hand.
• Comfort food at its best with hearty ground beef, cheesy texture and crispy onion topping.
• A family favorite meal that’s great for leftovers or meal prep.

Ingredients for Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

• Ground beef
• Worcestershire sauce
• Olive oil
• Onion
• Mushrooms
• Cooked rice
• Greek yogurt or sour cream
• Half and half
• Granulated garlic
• Dried thyme
• Salt
• Pepper
• Onion soup mix
• Shredded Gruyere cheese
• French fried onions
• Fresh parsley for garnish

How to Make Ground Beef Rice Casserole

1. Cook the rice according to package directions and set aside.
2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, breaking it up to brown on all sides. Add Worcestershire sauce, stirring until well combined. Remove from the skillet and drain excess grease.

3. Add onions to the skillet with a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until golden and tender.

4. Stir in Greek yogurt, half and half, and seasonings including granulated garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and onion soup mix. Mix until creamy and smooth.
5. Return the ground beef and add rice to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined and coated in the sauce.

6. Top with shredded cheese and French fried onions. Broil 4 to 5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and the onions are golden and crispy.

7. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Substitute cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella for the Gruyere if that’s what you have on hand.
• Add steamed broccoli or peas for extra veggies.
• Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• Make it ahead by assembling the casserole, refrigerating. Bake in a 350° oven, covered with foil for 40 minutes. Add cheese and French fried onions and continue cooking for 10 -15 minutes.

This Ground Beef Rice Casserole is pure comfort in every bite. It is hearty and delicious, just the kind of easy meal your family will ask for again and again. Make it once and it’ll quickly become a weeknight favorite.

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Ground Beef Rice Casserole

Ground Beef Rice Casserole is an easy, comforting dinner loaded with beef, mushrooms, creamy sauce and topped with crispy French fried onions. A cozy weeknight meal the whole family will love.

Course Casseroles

Cuisine American

Keyword ground beef casserole

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 812kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked rice
• 6 tablespoons olive oil divided use
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups yellow onion diced
• 8 ounces white mushrooms sliced thin
• ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1 cup half and half
• 1 packet Onion soup mix
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups Gruyere cheese Swiss, cheddar or Monterey jack works too
• 3 cups French Fried Onions
• fresh parsley optional for garnish

Instructions

• Cook the rice according to package directions and set aside.
• If using lean ground beef, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to an oven-proof, large skillet over medium-high heat. If using 80/20 or less, skip the olive oil. Add ground beef, breaking it up to brown on all sides. Add Worcestershire sauce, stirring until well combined. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• Cook onions in the skillet, adding additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes.
• Stir in sliced mushrooms and add 2 more tablespoons of olive oil if needed. Stir occasionally, cooking until mushrooms are softened.
• Add Greek yogurt, half and half, onion soup mix, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper to the pan, stirring until well combined.
• Remove from heat and stir in ground beef and cooked rice.
• Top with shredded cheese and French fried onions.
• Broil for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted – keep a watchful eye so that it doesn’t burn.
• Remove from oven, garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

• Substitute cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella for the Gruyere if that’s what you have on hand.
• Add steamed broccoli or peas for extra veggies.
• Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• Make it ahead by assembling the casserole, refrigerating. Bake in a 350° oven, covered with foil for 40 minutes. Add cheese and French fried onions and continue cooking for 10 -15 minutes.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
• Reheat on the stovetop, over medium heat, adding a splash of milk. Stir occasionally until warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 812kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1668mg | Potassium: 740mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 596IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 568mg | Iron: 4mg

More Ground Beef and Rice Dinners You Will Love

Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli

Spanish Rice with Ground Beef

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice

Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup

Side Dishes for Ground Beef Rice Casserole

Bacon Green Beans

Mexican Corn

Garlic Asparagus

Cucumber Onion Salad

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Ground beef recipes are always a hit for a quick and easy dinner and this burrito bake casserole will definitely be on our weekly dinner rotation. It is quick, easy and so delicious.

Ground Beef Tacos, Beef and Bean Burritos, Smothered Burritos and Fajita Pasta are a few of our Tex-Mex favorites for a quick and easy dinner. There are so many great dinner options that start with a pound of ground beef.

Ingredients Needed for Burrito Bake Casserole

• Ground Beef ~ We used 90% lean.
• Taco Seasoning ~ store bought or homemade
• Water
• Salsa
• Refried Beans
• Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough
• Colby-Jack Cheese, cheddar or pepper-jack – shredded

Optional Toppings:

• Cherry Tomatoes
• Lettuce
• Black Olives
• Sour Cream
• Cilantro

Step By Step Directions for Burrito Bake Recipe

1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly. Drain any excess fat.

2. Add taco seasoning, water and salsa to the pan. Stir until well combined.

3. Mix in refried beans and remove from heat.

4. Unroll crescent dough and press into the bottom of a 9 x 13- inch baking dish.

5. Layer ground beef and bean mixture over the crescent dough and spread evenly.
6. Top with shredded cheese.

7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crust is browned and cheese is melted.
8. Remove from oven.

9. Garnish with sliced tomatoes and black olives and cliantro.

10. Serve with shredded lettuce and sour cream.

Recipe Notes

• Storage: Store leftovers in a plastic covered dish in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Place on a foiled lined baking sheet and cook at 350° for 12- 15 minutes or until heated through.
• Variations: Add diced onions, bell peppers or jalapeños to the skillet and cook with the ground beef. Use any type of shredded cheese you have on hand. Cheddar, pepper-jack or mozzarella also works.
• Crescent Dough Substitutions: If you don’t have crescent dough, refrigerated pie crust or biscuits will also work.
• Make Ahead: Cook the ground beef and bean filling ahead and store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 2 days in advance. Add crescent dough and top with filling and cheese just before baking.

This Burrito Bake recipe was adapted from Taste of Home and was a big hit with our whole family. The leftovers were just as delicious reheated the next day.

If you are looking for a quick and easy casserole for a weeknight dinner, give this tasty beef and bean Burrito Bake a try.

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Burrito Bake

This easy Burrito Bake makes a great weeknight dinner starting with a pound of ground beef, refried beans, cheese and crescent dough.

Course Ground Beef

Cuisine American

Keyword burrito bake casserole, burrito casserole, crescent dough burrito bake, ground beef recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 6 Servings

Calories 460kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 2 packets taco seasoning
• ½ cup water
• 1 cup salsa
• 16 ounce can refried beans
• 8 oz can refrigerated crescent dough
• 2 cups shredded cheese colby-jack, pepper jack or cheddar

Toppings

• shredded lettuce
• sliced cherry tomatoes
• sliced olives
• sour cream
• cilantro

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°.
• Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly. Drain any excess fat.
• Add taco seasoning, water and salsa. Stir until well combined.
• Mix in refried beans and remove from heat.
• Unroll crescent dough and press into the bottom of a 9 x 13- inch baking dish.
• Layer ground beef and bean mixture over the crescent dough and spread evenly.
• Top with shredded cheese.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crust is browned.
• Remove from oven.
• Garnish with sliced tomatoes and black olives if desired.
• Serve with shredded lettuce, cilantro and sour cream.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in a plastic covered dish in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Reheat: Place on a foiled lined baking sheet and cook at 350° for 12- 15 minutes or until heated through.

Variations: Add diced onions, bell peppers or jalapeños to the skillet and cook with the ground beef. Use any type of shredded cheese you have on hand. Cheddar, pepper-jack or mozzarella also works.

Crescent Dough Substitutions: If you don't have crescent dough, refrigerated pie crust or biscuits will also work.

Make Ahead: Cook the ground beef and bean filling ahead and store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 2 days in advance. Add crescent dough and top with filling and cheese just before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1598mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g

More Ground Beef Recipes to Try

Mexican Fiesta Menu

Mexican Cornbread

Ground Beef Enchiladas

Taco Spaghetti

Best Sides for Taco Night

Mexican Corn

Easy Spanish Rice

Cilantro Lime Coleslaw

Velveeta Cheese Dip

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Hamburger Steaks and gravy is very similar to the classic Salisbury Steak recipe, which is more like meatloaf patties in gravy. Serve it up with garlic mashed potatoes, maple glazed carrots or bacon green beans.

Why You’ll Love This Delicious Hamburger Steak Recipe

• Made with pantry staples for a simple, budget-friendly meal.
• The savory onion gravy is perfect for spooning over creamy mashed potatoes.
• A classic dinner just like grandma would make that comes together in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients for Hamburger Steak Recipe

• Ground Beef – We used a combination of ground chuck and ground brisket.
• Minced Garlic
• Spicy Brown Mustard or Dijon mustard
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Hot Sauce
• Salt
• Pepper
• Bacon Grease or olive oil (for frying)

Ingredients for the Onion Gravy

• Butter
• Onions (thinly sliced)
• All Purpose Flour
• Beef Broth (or chicken broth)
• Kitchen Bouquet (for rich color and flavor – optional)
• Onion Powder – I like to use granulated onion (it doesn’t clump)
• Koser Salt
• Black Pepper

Step-By-Step Directions for Hamburger Steaks and Gravy

1. Mix the hamburger steaks:
   In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, spicy brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Mix just until combined and shape into thick patties.

2. Cook the patties:
   Heat bacon grease in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown hamburger steaks 3–4 minutes per side until nicely seared. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the gravy:
   Add butter and sliced onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, until onions are soft and caramelized. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.

Whisk in broth a little at a time until smooth. Stir in Kitchen Bouquet, onion powder, salt and pepper.

4. Simmer:
   Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, spoon gravy over the top, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until patties are cooked through.

Serve:
Spoon hamburger steaks and plenty of onion gravy over mashed potatoes for a complete comfort food dinner that the whole family will enjoy.

Nothing hits the spot like Hamburger Steaks and Gravy with creamy mashed potatoes. It’s a Southern classic that turns simple ingredients into something special.

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Hamburger Steaks and Gravy

Hamburger Steaks and Gravy is classic Southern comfort food. Juicy beef patties simmer in rich onion gravy and are perfect served with mashed potatoes.

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword ground beef recipes, hamburger steaks with brown gravy, onion gravy

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 624kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef I used a mixture of lean ground chuck and ground brisket
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons bacon grease or olive oil

For the Gravy

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 onions sliced thin
• ⅓ cup all purpose flour
• 3 cups broth beef or chicken
• 1 teaspoon kitchen bouquet optional
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• mashed potatoes for serving

Instructions

• n a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, spicy brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Mix just until combined and shape into 5, thick patties.
• Heat bacon grease in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown hamburger steaks 3–4 minutes per side until nicely seared. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• Melt butter in the skillet adding sliced onions. Cook, stirring often, until onions are soft and caramelized. Stir in the flour, cooking for 1–2 minutes. Whisk in broth a little at a time until smooth. Stir in Kitchen Bouquet if using with onion powder, salt and pepper.
• Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, spoon gravy over the top, reduce heat to low,. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until patties are cooked through to 165° using a digital meat thermometer.
• Spoon hamburger steaks and plenty of onion gravy over mashed potatoes for a complete comfort food dinner.

Notes

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in a pan over medium heat, adding a little broth to thin the gravy. Turn patties after a few minutes and stir the gravy until heated through.
• Variations: Add sautéd mushrooms to the gravy for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 624kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 1806mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 455IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 5mg

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It’s a classic recipe that is hearty, comforting, and comes together in about 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights when you want homemade without the hassle.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One pan for easy cleanup
• Ready in 30 minutes
• Family friendly and filling

How to Make One Pan Spaghetti and Meatballs

1. Mix the meatballs
   In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.

2. Brown the meatballs
   Coat the skillet with olive oil. Use a 1 inch cookie scoop to shape into small meatballs. Add to the skillet and cook over medium-high heast, turning to brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.

3. Add pasta and sauce
   Pour in marinara sauce and broth. Add the pasta, pressing it down into the liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
4. Cover the skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and meatballs are cooked through.

5. Serve and enjoy
   Top with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley or basil and serve hot. We love it with a side salad and garlic bread.

If you’re craving comfort food without the mess, this one pan spaghetti and meatballs has you covered. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner when time is short but you still want a homemade meal that the whole family will love. Make it tonight and see how fast it disappears.

If you try this easy spaghetti and meatballs recipe, drop a comment and rating to let me know how it turned out.

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

One pan spaghetti and meatballs is a quick and easy 30 minute dinner made with tender homemade meatballs, pasta, and sauce all in one skillet for easy cleanup.

Course Pasta

Cuisine Italian

Keyword 30 minute meal, ground beef, one pan recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 754kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

For Meatballs

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• ⅓ cup onion diced
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

For Pasta

• 24 ounces marinara sauce
• 2 cups chicken broth beef broth or water
• 1 pound pasta spaghetti or fettuccine
• parmesan cheese grated for garnish

Instructions

• In a bowl, combine ground beef, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined and shape into small meatballs.
• Add olive oil in a large deep skillet with meatballs and cook over medium heat. Turn meatballs to brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
• Pour in marinara sauce and broth. Add the pasta, pressing it down into the liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
• Cover the skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often to keep the pasta separated, until pasta is tender and meatballs are cooked through.
• Top with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

• If the sauce thickens before the pasta is done, add a splash more broth or water.
• Use your favorite store-bought marinara or homemade.
• Use fresh or frozen meatballs to save some time.
• Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.

Nutrition

Calories: 754kcal | Carbohydrates: 99g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1979mg | Potassium: 1302mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1309IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 7mg

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