34 beef dinners to make when you’re in the mood for something hearty
When dinner needs to be hearty and satisfying, beef is a pretty reliable place to start. This collection has 34 beef dinners, with options for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, and those nights when you’re simply hungry.
Hamburger Rice Casserole
This hamburger rice casserole is easy and delicious. Ground beef and rice cooked in tasty broth and butter, it requires minimal prep and cleaning, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Hamburger Rice Casserole
BBQ Sloppy Joes
These sloppy Joes use barbecue sauce as the base, making a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in 30 minutes. You only need a couple of other ingredients to make this saucy and satisfying meal. Get the recipe: BBQ Sloppy Joes
French Onion Beef Pot Roast
This French onion pot roast is made in the slow cooker for a set-it-and-forget-it meal. Sweet caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and gooey Gruyère cheese make it the ultimate savory pot roast. Get the Recipe: French Onion Beef Pot Roast
Steak Quesadillas
These steak quesadillas are super easy to make in less than 15 minutes. Serve them with your choice of salsa, sauce, and side dishes. Get the recipe: Steak Quesadillas
Meatballs and Gravy
This meatballs and gravy recipe is pure comfort food in a bowl. Homemade meatballs meet rich, cozy gravy for a meal that’s easy, hearty, and totally satisfying. Get the Recipe: Meatballs and Gravy
Spicy Ginger Beef
This spicy ginger beef recipe is even better than takeout and easy to make at home. It features crispy slices of beef coated in a sticky, savory-sweet sauce with a ginger kick. It tastes like it came straight from your favorite restaurant. Get the Recipe: Spicy Ginger Beef
Copycat Hamburger Helper Potato Stroganoff
This gluten-free hamburger helper is a healthy homemade take on the classic potato stroganoff. Simple pantry ingredients create a hearty and comforting meal with potatoes and ground beef. Get the recipe: Copycat Hamburger Helper Potato Stroganoff
Taco Beef Rice Bowl
This taco rice bowl with ground beef is a healthy family favorite. It’s a simple meal that comes together in just under thirty minutes! Get the recipe: Taco Rice Bowl
Tex-Mex Beef, Rice, and Bean Casserole
This easy Tex Mex casserole is a crowd-pleaser that I make often. It’s a cheesy, baked dish with ground beef and beans, providing a filling, protein-packed meal that’s also gluten-free. Get the recipe: Tex Mex Rice Casserole
Pepper Crusted Roast Beef
This 4-ingredient pepper-crusted roast beef keeps things simple; just let the oven do its thing. The payoff is a bold, crispy peppercorn crust with a tender pink center that feels special-occasion fancy. Get the recipe: Pepper Crusted Roast Beef
Paccheri Pasta
You really can’t go wrong with a hearty pasta dish, and this baked paccheri is a crowd-pleasing favorite. Rich ground beef, sausage, herbs, and tomato bake together with the pasta and get topped with cheese for the perfect Italian comfort dinner. Get the recipe: Paccheri Pasta
Italian Meatball Subs
These homemade beef parmesan meatballs simmer in a fresh marinara sauce and get loaded up with melty mozzarella. Pile them onto toasted bread, and you’ve basically got the coziest, most irresistible sandwich situation ever. Get the Recipe: Italian Meatball Subs
Spicy Sesame Ground Beef Bowls
Spicy sesame ground beef bowls bring together bold flavors and savory vibes. With perfectly seasoned ground beef, a hint of heat, and a rich sesame sauce, this is the kind of meal that checks all the boxes. Get the recipe: Spicy Sesame Ground Beef Bowls
Low-Carb Beef Stew
This low-carb beef stew is hearty, cozy, and packed with tender beef and veggies without all the extra carbs. It’s the kind of easy, comforting meal you’ll want to have on repeat when you need something warm and filling. Get the recipe: Low-Carb Beef Stew
Beef Paprikash
This Hungarian-inspired Beef Paprikash is the perfect hearty, flavorful dish to cozy up with during fall and winter. Made with sweet Hungarian paprika, it’s best served over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, then topped with sour cream and fresh dill. Get the recipe: Beef Paprikash
Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy
This beef tips and gravy recipe serves up tender, cubed beef in a rich, flavorful gravy. Perfect over mashed potatoes or rice, this slow cooker meal is something the whole family will enjoy. Easy to make, hard to stop eating. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy
Instant Pot Beef Ragu
This braised shredded beef ragu with pappardelle can be made in a slow cooker or instant pot. The beef comes out tender and flavorful in a rich, velvety sauce, making it the ultimate comfort meal in a bowl. Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Beef Ragu
Braised Beef and Sweet Potato Hash
Tender braised beef meets a sweet potato and onion hash for the ultimate cozy combo. A sprinkle of feta and fresh herbs takes it completely over the top. Get the recipe: Braised Beef and Sweet Potato Hash
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
This slow cooker beef stroganoff is the kind of cozy dinner everyone looks forward to. Tender beef, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce come together for a comforting meal that basically cooks itself. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Meatball Casserole
This meatball casserole is bound to become a go-to favourite, with juicy, flavorful meatballs smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce. It’s a meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Get the recipe: Meatball Casserole
Beef Tenderloin Tips
Need a last-minute dinner that feels fancy but is easy to make? These juicy, melt-in-your-mouth beef tenderloin tips come together fast for a meal that’s perfect for a special night in. Get the recipe: Beef Tenderloin Tips
Healthy Meatloaf
This healthy meatloaf uses just 1 pound of ground beef and is perfect for smaller families or anyone wanting smaller portions. It’s well seasoned and cooks up moist and tender. Get the Recipe: Healthy Meatloaf
Crockpot French Beef Stew
Crockpot French beef stew is all about tender beef chuck, potatoes, and veggies simmered in a rich red wine and beef broth. Add bacon, mushrooms, and fresh herbs, and you’ve got a cozy, flavorful meal that feels special. Get the recipe: Crockpot French Beef Stew
Korean Beef Bowl Recipe
Not only is this Korean beef bowl recipe easy, fast, and healthy…it’s absolutely delicious. Our family and friends eagerly devour their beef bowls every time. Get the recipe: Korean Beef Bowl Recipe
Penne Pasta Bake
This penne pasta bake offers comfort and flavor with its blend of cooked penne, rich beefy marinara sauce, and a cheesy topping. Baked to a bubbly, golden perfection, it’s a hearty meal that’s perfect for both gatherings and cozy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe: Penne Pasta Bake
Taco Potato Casserole
This taco potato casserole with ground beef is a hearty, flavorful blend of Tex-Mex and comfort food. With layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and shredded cheese, it’s an easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Get the recipe: Taco Potato Casserole
Beef Glass Noodles Stir-fry
This noodle stir-fry is the main character of dinner: saucy, slurpable, and low-key addictive. It’s giving cozy takeout energy, but you made it yourself. Get the recipe: Beef Glass Noodles Stir-fry
Crockpot Beef Chili
This slow cooker beef chili is comfort food done right with a secret ingredient that makes it next-level good. The mix of sweetness and spice hits just right, and you’ll want to make it on repeat. Get the recipe: Crockpot Beef Chili
Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole
This ground beef casserole is a family favorite, combining browned beef in a rich tomato sauce with layers of hearty potatoes, all topped with a cheesy finish. It’s the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love digging into. Get the recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole
Easy Beef Enchiladas
With just a few simple ingredients, these easy beef enchiladas are ready in about 30 minutes. Add some sour cream and avocados to the top for the ultimate experience. Get the recipe: Easy Beef Enchiladas
Big Mac Smash Tacos
You might have seen the viral smashed burger tacos all over social media, but these might just be the best ones yet. Perfectly seasoned smash burger patties are pressed right into a flour tortilla, cooked until perfectly crispy, then loaded with classic Big Mac toppings. Get the Recipe: Big Mac Smash Tacos
Crock Pot Beef and Noodles
This Crock Pot beef and noodles is basically the cozy dinner version of a weighted blanket. Toss it in the slow cooker and come back to something warm, filling, and exactly what you needed. Get the recipe: Crock Pot Beef and Noodles
Creamy Burrito Casserole
This creamy burrito casserole is basically Mexican-style lasagna with layers of meat, cheese, tortillas, and peppers baked to perfection. Easy to make, hard to stop eating. Get the recipe: Creamy Burrito Casserole
Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce
This one-pot ground beef orzo dinner recipe only takes 30 minutes to make. It is creamy, comforting, and a delicious meal for those busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Get the recipe: Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce