Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes for Every Occasion

If you’re looking for easy, delicious, and crowd-pleasing beef recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re cooking for your family, hosting a game night, or just craving something comforting, this list has something for everyone. I’ve handpicked these recipes to ensure they are simple to make yet absolutely mouthwatering.

Let’s jump into the ultimate beef recipe collection!

Here is the complete Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes collection:

1. Ultimate Cheesy Beef Casserole – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups cooked pasta
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain excess fat, and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix cooked pasta, browned beef, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce in a casserole dish.
4. Top with shredded cheese.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish with red pepper flakes for added heat.

🔥 Pro Tip: Want an extra crunch? Top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs before baking!

2. Instant Pot Bolognese

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 cup red wine (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lb pasta

Instructions:

1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté and cook the beef with onion and garlic until browned.
2. Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, wine, salt, and pepper. Stir.
3. Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high for 15 minutes.
4. Serve over your favorite pasta.

🔥 Pro Tip: A splash of heavy cream at the end makes this sauce super velvety!

3. Smash Burgers – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 burger buns
• 4 slices of cheese
• Butter (for grilling)

Instructions:

1. Divide beef into 4 equal portions.
2. Heat a skillet and add butter. Form beef into balls, place in the skillet, and smash with a spatula.
3. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until crispy on the edges and juicy inside.
4. Toast the buns in the same skillet. Place a slice of cheese on each burger, and assemble with toppings of choice.

🔥 Pro Tip: Use a heavy spatula to really smash the burgers for that crispy edge!

4. Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into cubes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker.
2. Cook on low for 7-8 hours until beef is tender.
3. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

5. Cowboy Cornbread Casserole – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can beans (black or kidney)
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 box cornbread mix
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp chili powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown ground beef and season with chili powder.
3. Mix in beans, tomatoes, and half of the cheese.
4. Pour into a baking dish, top with cornbread mix, and bake for 25 minutes.
5. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for another 5-10 minutes.

6. Spicy Beef and Butternut Squash Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups cubed butternut squash
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown ground beef with onion and garlic.
2. Add butternut squash, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Simmer for 45 minutes until squash is tender.
4. Serve hot and enjoy!

7. Mexican Stuffed Peppers – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, tops removed and seeds hollowed
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp taco seasoning
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown the beef with taco seasoning. Stir in cooked rice and diced tomatoes.
3. Stuff peppers with beef mixture and place in a baking dish.
4. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25 minutes.

8. Air Fryer Flank Steak – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb flank steak
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate the flank steak with olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
3. Cook the steak in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Let the steak rest before slicing.

9. Classic Beef Meatballs – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and form into meatballs.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
4. Serve with spaghetti or enjoy as a snack.

10. Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp mustard

Instructions:

1. Brown ground beef with onion and add to the slow cooker.
2. Add beef broth and cook on low for 4 hours.
3. Stir in cheese, heavy cream, and mustard just before serving.

11. American Goulash – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cans diced tomatoes
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef with onion in a large skillet.
2. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
3. Add elbow macaroni and simmer for 20 minutes until the pasta is cooked and the sauce thickens.

12. Walking Taco Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 bag tortilla chips, crushed
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup salsa

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef and mix with taco seasoning.
2. Layer crushed tortilla chips in a baking dish and top with seasoned beef, cheese, and salsa.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
4. Garnish with sour cream and serve.

13. Beef Chow Fun – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb flank steak, sliced thin
• 2 cups wide rice noodles
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Stir-fry the beef slices in a hot wok until browned.
2. Add vegetables and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cooked noodles.
4. Toss to combine and cook for 2 more minutes.

14. Crockpot Chili Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can chili beans
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp chili powder

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef and place it in the crockpot.
2. Add chili beans, tomatoes, chili powder, and macaroni. Mix well.
3. Cook on low for 4 hours, adding shredded cheese in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir and serve hot.

15. Air Fryer Roast Beef – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 2 lb beef roast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rub the beef roast with olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Air fry for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Let the roast rest before slicing.

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16. Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb thinly sliced beef steak
• 12 slider buns
• 1 onion, caramelized
• 1 bell pepper, sautéed
• 12 slices provolone cheese

Instructions:

1. Sauté the beef until cooked through.
2. Toast slider buns and layer with beef, onions, peppers, and cheese.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes until the cheese melts.

17. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Stir-fry beef in sesame oil until browned.
2. Add broccoli and soy sauce. Stir-fry until broccoli is tender.
3. Add oyster sauce and stir to combine before serving.

18. Classic Meatloaf – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and form into a loaf shape.
3. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Top with ketchup in the last 10 minutes.

19. Creamy Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef strips
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp flour

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef strips in a skillet and remove.
2. In the same pan, sauté onions and mushrooms. Add flour, beef broth, and sour cream to make a sauce.
3. Add beef back in and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve over egg noodles.

20. Korean Beef Bowls

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp ginger
• 2 cups rice

Instructions:

1. Cook the rice. Meanwhile, brown the ground beef with soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ginger.
2. Serve the beef mixture over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

21. Taco Stuffed Avocados – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• Salsa for topping

Instructions:

1. Brown ground beef and season with taco seasoning.
2. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out some flesh.
3. Stuff with the beef mixture, top with cheese, and serve with salsa.

22. Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté steak bites in butter until browned.
2. Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
3. Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

23. Teriyaki Beef Skewers – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into chunks
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• Skewers

Instructions:

1. Marinate the beef in teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, and honey for at least 30 minutes.
2. Thread the beef onto skewers and grill until cooked to your liking.

24. Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs short ribs
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions:

1. Place short ribs in the slow cooker.
2. Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a bowl, then pour over ribs.
3. Cook on low for 7 hours until tender.

25. Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cups cabbage, shredded
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions:

1. Brown ground beef in a skillet.
2. Add cabbage and stir-fry until softened.
3. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Serve over rice.

26. Creamy Steak and Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked steak, cubed
• 2 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Combine steak, potatoes, and beef broth in a pot and cook until potatoes are tender.
2. Stir in heavy cream and cheese, cooking until melted and smooth.

27. Air Fryer T-Bone Steak with Garlic Butter

Ingredients:

• 2 T-bone steaks
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season steaks with salt and pepper, then cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes.
3. Melt garlic and butter, pour over cooked steaks.

28. Donair Meatball Panzanella Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups croutons
• 1 cucumber, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• Fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Form beef into meatballs and cook.
2. Toss meatballs with croutons, cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley.
3. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

29. Cheeseburger Casserole – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 2 cups cooked pasta
• 2 cups shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef and stir in tomato sauce.
2. Combine beef, cooked pasta, and cheese in a casserole dish.
3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.

30. Eggplant Moussaka – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 2 eggplants, sliced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups béchamel sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Layer eggplant slices with spiced beef and béchamel sauce in a baking dish.
2. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.

31. Cattle Drive Casserole – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups mixed vegetables
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 2 cups mashed potatoes

Instructions:

1. Brown beef and layer in a casserole dish with veggies and cheese.
2. Top with mashed potatoes and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes.

32. Beef Enchiladas – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 12 tortillas
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can enchilada sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef and fill tortillas with beef mixture.
2. Roll up and place in a baking dish, top with enchilada sauce and cheese.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.

33. Umami Burgers – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp miso paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 4 burger buns
• Fresh lettuce and toppings

Instructions:

1. Mix beef, miso, soy sauce, and form into patties.
2. Cook on a skillet or grill and assemble with buns, lettuce, and toppings.

34. Creamy Burrito Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can black beans
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 6 tortillas

Instructions:

1. Brown beef and layer in a casserole dish with beans, tortillas, sour cream, and cheese.
2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.

35. Rigatoni Bolognese – Top 35 Easy and Delicious Beef Recipes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb rigatoni pasta

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef with onions and garlic, add tomatoes and season.
2. Serve over cooked rigatoni pasta.