Ground Beef Posts

Try this recipe for Mexicali Skillet Pasta to create a delicious meal without bursting your budget!Ingredients:1 Tbsp oil1 large onion, chopped (1-1/2 cups)1 jar (16 oz) salsa1 cup marinara sauce1-2/3 cup water1 package (12 oz) frozen fully cooked meatballs**1-1/2 cups (6 oz) cavatappi pasta or elbow twists1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend** Could use your favorite recipe for meatballs using 1 l...

Don't just settle for grilled hamburgers -- try these Stuffed Double Cheeseburgers. They are thick patties stuffed and topped with Cheddar and -- seasoned with chili sauce, garlic and onion for extra zest!Ingredients: 12 slices sharp Cheddar cheese, 9 oz1-1/2 lbs ground beef1/3 cup chili sauce1 Tbsp Montreal steak seasoning2 tsp onion powder6 hamburger bunsLettuce, tomato slices and ketchupColes...

Make it a mouthwatering Memorial Day with this cookout menu that I found in the Woman's World magazine. Here's the recipe for Burgers and Hot Dogs with All the Fixin's. Refer to other posts for directions to make Onion-Dip Deviled Eggs, Fruity Coleslaw, Grilled Potato and Green Bean Salad, Cherry Cupcakes and Citrus Iced Tea. Tip: To save time when making burgers, shape the meat into patties and...

You'll like this recipe for Sheperd's Pie -- it's a fresh take when you add sweet potatoes to the old-school mashed-potato topping. You won't feel cemented to your chair after eating this version.Ingredients: Instant mashed potato flakes (have used Hungry Jack®)1 medium sweet potato (10 to 12 oz), peeled and diced1/4 tsp pepper1-1/4 lb lean ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 tsp dried thyme l...

Here are three fast fixes for Great Chili and some more ideas to fix Cornbread "in a snap".Classic Chili:12 oz lean ground beef1 cup diced bell pepper2 Tbsp chili powder2 tsp ground cumin2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, rinsedChicken Chili Verde:1 lb ground chicken1 cup chopped onion2 tsp minced garlic1 tsp ground cum...

Try this recipe for The Butcher's Sauce in a Slow Cooker -- it's a delicious pasta sauce which in southern Italy is known as 'the butcher's sauce' because you can use any combination of meats according to what you have. Possibly you have an assortment of small quantities of different leftover meats in your freezer. Maybe it's a half-pound of ground beef, a pork chop, an extra sausage or a chicken ...

These little packets of ramen noodles and seasonings are so inexpensive, they can be purchased with loose change. And with a few additions, they can become a budget-friendly, easy meal that goes way beyond soup. All recipes serve 4.Noodle Frittata -- Cook noodles from two 3-oz packages chicken-flavor ramen noodles in boiling water until tender. Drain. Beat 6 large eggs and the seasoning packets in...

Try this easy recipe for Comfort Meatballs which are mildly seasoned  and would really be comforting served with mashed potatoes, pasta or egg noodles tossed in a little melted butter. Meatballs: 1½ lb ground beef¾ cup quick oats1 cup milk3 Tbsp very finely minced onion1½ tsp saltPlenty of freshly ground black pepper4 Tbsp canola oil½ cup flourSauce:1 cup ketchup2 Tbsp sugar2 Tbsp disti...

This recipe for Meatball Souvlaki makes a delicious dinner of roasted meatballs and vegetables. Souvlaki or souvlakia is a popular Greek fast food consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. It may be served on the skewer for eating out of hand, in a pita sandwich, or on a dinner plate.Yogurt Sauce:1 cup plain Greek yogurt1/3 cup chopped fresh mint1/4 cup water...

Use the slow cooker to make Meatball and Gravy Sandwiches -- this hearty sandwich is perfect for a potluck or reunion and can be cut in half for sample-size servings. Ingredients: 2 medium onions, sliced2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cooked Swedish-style meatballs2 jars (12 ounces each) beef gravy1 teaspoon ground nutmeg8 hoagie buns (about 7 inches long) Directions: 1. Place on...