If ground beef is your weeknight MVP, this list is your new playbook. These 31 recipes bring serious flavor with zero fuss—think cheesy taco casseroles, slow cooker chili, skillet stroganoff, and crowd-pleasing classics like tater tot hotdish and baked spaghetti. From cozy comfort food to game-day favorites, these dishes are the kind you’ll make once and crave forever. Trust us—there won’t be leftovers.

Cheesy Ground Beef Mexican Casserole

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Cheesy Ground Beef Mexican Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This cheesy Mexican casserole combines ground beef, corn, beans, and tortilla chips in a creamy enchilada sauce for a hearty dish perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef Mexican Casserole

Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff (Easy Weeknight Meal)

A white oval dish filled with creamy beef stroganoff pasta. The dish contains wide noodles, sliced mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley. A striped napkin is partially visible on the side.
Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff (Easy Weeknight Meal). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Ground beef stroganoff is a creamy, comforting dish made with pantry staples in just 35 minutes — an easy, family-friendly option that won’t break the budget.
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Party-Perfect Ground Beef Taco Meat

Party-Perfect Ground Beef Taco Meat. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This ground beef taco meat is quick, flavorful, and perfect for taco night. Made with homemade seasoning, it’s a reliable go-to for parties, dinners, or build-your-own taco bars.
Get the Recipe: Party-Perfect Ground Beef Taco Meat

Dump-and-Go Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Dump-and-Go Slow Cooker Taco Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Slow cooker taco soup is a dump-and-go recipe packed with flavor, beans, and ground beef. It’s quick to prep and a family favorite for cozy, fuss-free meals.
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Slow Cooker Layered Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef

Slow Cooker Layered Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This cheesy slow cooker Mexican casserole layers seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, black beans, and tortillas under melted cheese for a crowd-pleasing, budget-friendly dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Layered Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef

Homemade Classic Coney Sauce

Homemade Classic Coney Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Inspired by a small-town Indiana favorite, this coney sauce recipe delivers rich, savory flavor and nostalgic charm — perfect for hot dogs, fries, or chili dogs.
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Creamy Ranch Taco Soup in the Crockpot

Creamy Ranch Taco Soup in the Crockpot. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy taco soup with ranch is a hearty, cheesy dish made in the slow cooker with beef, beans, Velveeta, and ranch seasoning — perfect for weeknights or game day.
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Quick No-Bake Shepherd’s Pie

Quick No-Bake Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This no-bake shepherd’s pie is a quick, stovetop twist on a classic, made in under 30 minutes with budget-friendly ingredients and hearty flavor.
Get the Recipe: Quick No-Bake Shepherd’s Pie

Classic Minnesota Tater Tot Hotdish

Classic Minnesota Tater Tot Hotdish. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This original tater tot hotdish stays true to its Minnesota roots with layers of ground beef, vegetables, creamy soup, and golden tots for a timeless, comforting casserole.
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Creamy Crockpot Spaghetti Meat Sauce

Creamy Crockpot Spaghetti Meat Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy crockpot spaghetti sauce blends ground beef, cottage cheese, and tomato sauce into a rich, comforting dish that’s ideal for easy weeknight meals.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Crockpot Spaghetti Meat Sauce

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup (Slow Cooker or Stovetop)

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup (Slow Cooker or Stovetop). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy cheeseburger potato soup is loaded with ground beef, potatoes, and veggies — a cozy, hearty meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup (Slow Cooker or Stovetop)

Juicy Meatloaf with Stuffing Mix

Juicy Meatloaf with Stuffing Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This meatloaf with stuffing mix is a simple, flavorful comfort food classic. Moist and hearty, it’s perfect for family dinners or when you need a warm, satisfying meal.
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Southern-Style Sweet and Spicy Chili

Southern-Style Sweet and Spicy Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sweet and spicy Southern chili combines beef, sausage, BBQ sauce, and baked beans for a bold, flavorful dish that’s perfect for casual dinners or potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Southern-Style Sweet and Spicy Chili

Thick and Hearty Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce

Thick and Hearty Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This slow cooker spaghetti sauce is thick, rich, and packed with herbs, ground beef, and tomatoes — a perfect meal-prep recipe for pasta nights or feeding a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Thick and Hearty Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce

Hawaiian Zippy’s Chili Copycat

Hawaiian Zippy’s Chili Copycat. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Zippy’s-style chili brings together beef, Portuguese sausage, and warm spices for a unique, flavorful slow cooker chili that’s easy to make and deeply satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Hawaiian Zippy’s Chili Copycat

Slow Cooker Skyline Chili Copycat

A plate of spaghetti topped with chili, kidney beans, chopped onions, and shredded cheese. A fork is lifting some noodles. In the background, bowls of shredded cheese, chopped onions, and beans are visible.
Slow Cooker Skyline Chili Copycat. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This crockpot Skyline chili copycat features a sweet and spiced meat sauce with cinnamon and cloves — just like the iconic Cincinnati favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Skyline Chili Copycat

Taco Mac and Cheese

Taco Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Discover the ultimate comfort food fusion with Taco Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy goodness meets spicy taco flavors, perfect for family meals or parties.
Get the Recipe: Taco Mac and Cheese

Hearty No-Bean Chili (Crockpot Version)

Hearty No-Bean Chili (Crockpot Version). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This no-bean chili is thick and hearty, simmered in the slow cooker with chili spices, tomatoes, and chiles for a bold, meaty meal.
Get the Recipe: Hearty No-Bean Chili (Crockpot Version)

Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole

Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sloppy Joe Casserole is layered with saucy beef and topped with cheesy cornbread for a comforting, family-friendly dish that’s easy to make and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chili (Best Ever)

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chili (Best Ever). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This copycat Texas Roadhouse chili delivers bold, meaty flavor with a thick, hearty texture — a fan-favorite recipe perfect for chili lovers and game day meals.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chili (Best Ever)

Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes for a Crowd

Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes for a Crowd. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These crock pot sloppy joes are sweet, tangy, and ready in under 15 minutes of prep. Perfect for game day, busy weeknights, or casual gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes for a Crowd

Crockpot Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Brew

Crockpot Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Brew. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This crockpot beer chili is inspired by Calamity Jane beer and features ground beef, black-eyed peas, and sweet corn for a flavorful, hearty dish made for sharing.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Brew

Homemade Wendy’s Chili (Secret Ingredient Revealed)

Homemade Wendy’s Chili (Secret Ingredient Revealed). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Wendy’s copycat chili is a hearty, crowd-pleasing bowl of beef, beans, and secret spices that fans love recreating at home.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Wendy’s Chili (Secret Ingredient Revealed)

Baked Spaghetti Casserole with Cheese and Beef

Baked Spaghetti Casserole with Cheese and Beef. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Spaghetti casserole layers noodles, rich meat sauce, and melted cheese into a comforting baked dish — ideal for make-ahead meals or feeding a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Baked Spaghetti Casserole with Cheese and Beef

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Philly cheesesteak casserole combines beef, peppers, onions, and gooey cheese in one hearty bake. A flavorful twist on a classic sandwich, perfect for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake

Cantonese Ground Beef and Eggs (Fast & Simple)

Cantonese Ground Beef and Eggs (Fast & Simple). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Cantonese ground beef and eggs is a classic comfort dish with rich, savory flavor and soft scrambled eggs — quick, satisfying, and deeply comforting.
Get the Recipe: Cantonese Ground Beef and Eggs (Fast & Simple)

Quick Ground Beef and Celery Stir Fry

Quick Ground Beef and Celery Stir Fry. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This ground beef stir fry features tender beef and crisp celery tossed in a savory sauce for a quick and flavorful 30-minute dinner.
Get the Recipe: Quick Ground Beef and Celery Stir Fry

Classic Cheeseburger Casserole from Scratch

Classic Cheeseburger Casserole from Scratch. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Cheeseburger casserole is loaded with ground beef, pasta, and melty cheese — a no-box, all-scratch version of a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Classic Cheeseburger Casserole from Scratch

From-Scratch Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff

From-Scratch Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

This homemade hamburger helper beef stroganoff is a one-pot dinner that’s creamy, comforting, and way better than anything boxed — ready in just 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: From-Scratch Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff

Cheesy Ground Beef King Ranch Casserole

Cheesy Ground Beef King Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

King Ranch Beef Casserole swaps chicken for beef in this Tex-Mex classic, layering tortillas, creamy sauce, and cheese for a family-friendly favorite.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef King Ranch Casserole

Korean-Style Bulgogi Burgers with Gochujang Mayo

Korean-Style Bulgogi Burgers with Gochujang Mayo. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

This Korean-inspired burger pairs juicy ground beef with sweet-savory flavors, spicy gochujang mayo, and crunchy pickled cabbage for a bold, creative twist.
Get the Recipe: Korean-Style Bulgogi Burgers with Gochujang Mayo

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