Got ground beef but don’t know what to do with it? Look beyond the burgers and meatloaf and make this simple ground beef recipe. It’s great with rice, pasta, or even crusty garlic bread for a quick and delicious dinner my husband and kids cheer for.
Best Ground Beef Recipe
Sometimes, you have little time to throw dinner together. You put ground beef in the fridge and now your grill isn’t working or you have no buns. Everyone is hungry. That’s where this best ground beef recipe comes to the rescue. Just 5 minutes of your time to prep and this delicious dinner will be ready to go!
Easy Ground Beef Recipe
Today was a hectic day so make dinner simple. Just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time will give you this delicious ground beef dinner that everyone will love!
Ground Beef Ingredients
- Lean ground beef – Choose 90% lean so you have less fat to drain. Plus leaner ground beef makes for healthy ground beef recipes.
- Garlic – Mince it yourself for the best flavor
- White onion – Perfect for more pungent taste.
- Extra virgin olive oil – To soften the garlic and onion.
- Salt and pepper – Add to your liking!
- Green onions – You don’t have to add them but they make a pretty garnish that adds even more flavor.
How do you Make Ground Beef from Scratch?
You’ll sauté the garlic and onion in olive oil, then add the ground beef. Cook until it’s no longer pink, then season with salt and pepper and top with chopped green onions.
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Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Ground Beef Every Time
- Choose lean beef. You don’t want a ton of grease in the pan.
- Don’t overcook it. Ground beef should be cooked until it is no longer pink. If you keep cooking it after that, it will lose that juiciness.
- You won’t regret the garnish. Seriously, it just adds an extra contrast of flavors. Even my kids willingly eat the green onions.
What can I make with lots of ground beef?
Lots of ground beef is a bounty you can use for many meals such as hamburgers, tacos, sliders, meatballs, chili, soups, and pasta meat sauce are just some easy meals with ground beef. Portion it up and freeze it when you buy it. This way, it’s easy to grab and use in a recipe like this one that gives you a delicious meal in just minutes!
How to Cook Ground Beef
Cook this ground beef recipe on your stove. It takes just minutes to make. When cooking ground beef and you see the meat is no longer pink, it is ready!
What is the best way to cook ground beef?
Ground beef is best cooked on the stove. Break it up and keep an eye on it to watch for it to no longer be pink.
How do I cook ground beef without drying it out?
Use olive oil first to sauté the onion and garlic. Then add the meat and cook it until it’s no longer pink. It takes a keen eye here but once that last pink is gone, take it from the pan immediately and it won’t dry out.
What is the best way to brown ground beef?
Follow this recipe and sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil first. Then add in the meat and it will pick up those flavors for a delicious meal.
Why do you add water to ground beef?
In this recipe, you don’t add water to the ground beef. Though in other recipes or to heat it back up again, adding water adds moisture in.
How do you keep ground beef moist?
Take it off the heat and serve when the meat is no longer pink. This will keep the meat moist.
How do you cook ground beef so it’s tender?
Tender ground beef comes from not overcooking it. It’s that simple!
What can I add to ground beef for flavor?
Onions, garlic, salt, and pepper add flavor to your ground beef. Adding the green onions as garnish also gives it more flavor.
What happens if I don’t drain ground beef?
It will have a higher fat content. If you’re minding your health and caloric intake, a simple way to keep to your plans is to drain the meat.
Why is my cooked ground beef chewy?
You cooked it too long! When the meat is no longer pink, you want to serve it. Continuing cooking it will only dry it out.
What should I make with ground beef?
If you have ground beef but have no time to make anything, use this recipe. It sounds so simple, and it is. But it tastes amazing. It always wins compliments and is a great way to get dinner on the table that everyone will love.
What goes well with Ground Beef
Depending on what I have around, I serve rice, bread, or pasta with this ground beef dish. A salad, sauteed vegetables, or even hasselback potatoes make a great side to have cooking while you get this main dish underway.
How to Store Ground Beef
Ground beef must be kept cold. You need it in your fridge or freezer. Do not leave it sitting out for long before cooking it.
How long does ground beef last in the fridge?
You have about 2 days to cook your ground beef. After that when it’s cooked, you have about 3 days to finish your leftovers.
Can You Freeze Ground Beef?
Yes! That’s the best way to keep it until you’re ready to make it the next day. When it’s already cooked, you can store it for about 4 months.
How to Reheat Ground Beef?
Just add some oil to the pan though not much. And make sure you cover it too to keep the meat moist.
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Moist Ground Beef Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
- 1 white onion (diced)
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- green onions (garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, saute the garlic and onion in the olive oil until softened. Then, add in the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles and cooking just until no longer pink. It is important to not overcook or your ground beef will not be as moist.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately with chopped green onion.
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