Bring More to Family mealtime
Mealtimes fuel healthy routines, bolster focus during the school day, and can be valuable time spent together as a family. This recipe collection includes beef meals that are simple, convenient, kid-friendly, and cost effective.
Budget Friendly Meals
classic meatloaf
INGREDIENTS:
1-1/2 pounds Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup ketchup, divided
1/2 cup minced onion
1 egg
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt & Pepper
cheeseburger Mac
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
1-3/4 cups water
1 cup dry elbow macaroni
6 ounces processed cheese spread, cut into cubes
8 to 10 dill pickle slices (optional)
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
INGREDIENTS:
1 beef Shoulder Roast (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional)
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Salt and pepper
Buffalo-Style Beef Tacos
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
1/4 cup hot pepper sauce
8 taco shells
1 cup thinly sliced lettuce
1/4 cup reduced-fat prepared blue cheese dressing
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Cuban Cripsy Shredded Beef
INGREDIENTS:
12 ounces shredded cooked beef Chuck Pot Roast
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
1 cup sliced onion
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Hot cooked rice, black beans and lime wedges (optional)
Ready in 30 minutes
Beef & Veggie Fried Rice
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 package (6 ounces) frozen pea pods
3 cups cold cooked rice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
Mongolian Beef
INGREDIENTS:
1 beef Top Sirloin Steak, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup oyster sauce
2 tablespooons sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
2 cups bamboo shoots, edamame, baby corn or water chestnuts
2 cups hot cooked rice
Sloppy Joes
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
1 cup minced sweet onion
1 cup minced green bell pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) unsalted tomato sauce
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
Beef & Tomato Penne Pasta
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
2 cups chopped tomatoes
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta, cooked
2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Korean Beef & Vegetable Bowl
INGREDIENTS:
1 beef Flank Steak (about 1 pound)
1 cup uncooked rice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli stir-fry vegetable mix
1 cup Korean barbecue sauce marinade
Kid Friendly Recipes
Rock & Roll Beef Wraps
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
1 cup water
1/3 cup uncooked quinoa
2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups packaged broccoli or coleslaw mix
4 medium whole grain or spinach tortillas
English Muffin Pizzas
INGREDIENTS:
1-1/2 pounds Ground Beef (95% lean)
2 cups pasta sauce (any variety)
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 English muffins, split, toasted
1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
One pot lasagna
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 jar (24 to 26 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces uncooked mini bow tie (farfalle) pasta (about 2-1/8 cups)
2/3 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
Thinly sliced or chopped fresh basil
Popcorn steak bites
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound beef Cubed Steaks, cut 1/2 inch thick
6 cups ridged potato chips (any flavor)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
On-the-go Beef Tacos
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Ground Beef
1 package (1.25 ounces) reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup water
4 bags (1 ounce each) nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips
Lettuce, cheese, salsa, sour cream (toppings)
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