Hamburger Meat Recipes

Turn simple ground beef into real-life, comforting meals with these adaptable hamburger meat recipes. From chili to shepherd’s pie, these family-friendly dinners come together fast, feed a crowd, and feel like home.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Main

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

Skillet

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

1 lb hamburger meat (80/20 ground beef)
1 small onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper

Optional Flavor Boosts

1 tbsp tomato paste or Worcestershire sauce optional
0.5 tsp paprika or chili powder optional

Instructions

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add hamburger meat and break it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
Cook until no pink remains. Drain excess fat from the pan.
Add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Stir well to combine.
Use this base to create tacos, chili, spaghetti sauce, or casseroles.

Notes

Use mushrooms or lentils to stretch the meat. Ground turkey or chicken are great lighter swaps. Onion can be replaced with shallots for a milder flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 21gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2.3mg

Keyword Easy Meals, Family Recipes, Ground Beef, Hamburger Meat

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