With its spicy flavor, this dish is a real crowd-pleaser. It’s wonderful with side servings of picante sauce, guacamole and tortilla chips.— Effie Gish, Fort Worth, Texas
Before baking, cover and freeze lasagna up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer to read 160°.
From simple skillet dinners to hearty soups and casseroles, these ground beef recipes are perfect for busy nights or anytime you need a satisfying meal.
Whenever I find myself aimlessly wandering the store, unsure what’s for dinner, I inevitably grab a package of ground beef to get things started. Beyond meatballs, burgers and meat loaf (though I never tire of those options), there are countless easy ground beef recipes that I know I can toss together for a hearty meal my whole family will enjoy.
This collection is packed with all our best quick ground beef dinners and family-friendly recipes to save the day when you need inspiration.
There are twists on classic recipes for weeknight-friendly versions of lasagna, stuffed peppers or Stroganoff, and cozy soup recipes that make a great lunch the next day. Try easy meal ideas inspired by tacos, cheeseburgers, and mac and cheese for a mashup of bold flavors and comfort food. Even if you have only a bit of meat, the recipes using 1 pound of ground beef will satisfy. Whether you need a 30-minute pasta recipe or you want to try something new, these ground beef dinners are sure to become favorites.
I adapted a ziti recipe to remove ingredients my kids did not like, such as ground beef. The revised recipe was a success not only with my family but at potlucks too. It’s so versatile: You can use jarred sauce, double or triple the recipe, and even freeze it. —Kimberley Pitman, Smyrna, Delaware Field Editor
These convenient make-ahead freezer meals are for anyone with a busy schedule. We know it can be challenging to find time to make delicious home-cooked meals when time is tight. Luckily, with a little planning and creativity, you can enjoy flavorful make-ahead freezer meals like aromatic lasagnas, melt-in-your-mouth pot roasts and slow-cooked stews.
Simplify meal prep with our delectable recipes for casseroles, pies and soups. They freeze well and can be reheated in the oven or microwave, ensuring you’ll always have access to easy weeknight dinners. Whether you’re planning for a busy week, stocking the freezer to prepare for your baby’s arrival or streamlining meal prep, these freezer-friendly recipes make for quick homemade meals.
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This chicken Florentine casserole is a paradox: it’s cozy, creamy and comforting, but also somehow bright and fresh. It’s inspired by a classic recipe that’s so popular, you’ve probably eaten it without knowing its name.
Florentine sauce might refer to the Italian city of Florence in its name, but it’s actually a French creation. At its simplest, Florentine is a creamy white sauce with spinach, often served with a protein like chicken, fish (like tilapia Florentine) or eggs (for classic eggs Florentine). Variations on classic chicken Florentine abound. This one is a simplified pasta casserole version, which calls for low-key pantry staples (elbow pasta, condensed soup). It’s like mac and cheese meets Florentine with its golden, toasty bread crumb crust. Make this on any busy weeknight—even the kids will eat it up.
It took me until adulthood to finally discover the joy of mushrooms. This baked spaghetti with cream of mushroom soup transforms a typical pasta dinner thanks to that earthy, umami flavor—and lots of cheese. While the dish does require a bit of prep (mostly in creating the different layers), the yield is plentiful so you’ll be ready to go for a dinner party or for weeknight leftovers.
Serve it alongside some baked Parmesan broccoli or a simple chopped salad.
I don’t know about you, but I love a classic dump-and-bake casserole. Besides being ultra comforting, all-in-one casserole recipes are ideal for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table quickly. Plus, mixing all the ingredients directly in the casserole dish means fewer dirty dishes to wash. Win, win!
This cheesy chicken and rice casserole is precisely one of those recipes. It’s made with just seven ingredients, including condensed cream soup, instant rice and precooked chicken, so it’s a cinch to throw together and takes less than 30 minutes to bake to bubbly perfection. Each bite is full of tender white meat chicken and rice smothered in a creamy sauce. Top it all with melty cheddar cheese for a hearty, family-favorite dinner.
A big plate of rich, creamy beef stroganoff is tempting, but the prep and cleanup can be overwhelming on a busy weeknight. This recipe delivers the same satisfying flavors with less effort! Our bubble-up bake features a tangy mushroom cream base, juicy beef meatballs, and the convenience of Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Biscuits instead of noodles to soak up the sauce. Let your oven do the heavy lifting; you deserve the extra time and one of our best casserole recipes in your dinner rotation.
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this bubble-up bake.
Mushrooms: They’re an important component of stroganoff. We used fresh cremini, but button or baby bellas also work well. We sliced them, but pre-sliced ones are a handy shortcut.
Frozen, Cooked Beef Meatballs: Meatballs add the beef to the stroganoff! Use fully cooked, frozen meatballs; no thawing needed! We tested dinner-sized and bite-sized with great results, so pick the one that works best for you.
Progresso™ Creamy Mushroom Soup: Soup adds creaminess and mushroom flavor to the casserole.
Sour Cream: Sour cream helps give stroganoff its creamy texture and signature tang. Use full fat sour cream.
Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Southern Homestyle Original Biscuits: We found this variety worked best, but use Flaky Layers if that’s what you have on hand.
Monterey Jack Cheese: What’s a bubble-up bake without cheese? Melty Jack adds loads of flavor and gooey decadence. We use pre-shredded, but shred it if you prefer for the ultimate cheese pulls!
Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Salt, garlic powder, thyme, olive oil, onion, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, parsley.
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