Red meatoften comes up in conversations as being “bad for you.”
And it’s easy to incorporate red meat into meals, especially when you’re cooking with ground beef.
We know you probably have some questions about ground beef.
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However, the leaner the cut, the lower the vitamin and mineral content.
So no, you don’t have to stop eating red meat completely.
We recommend going for 90% lean, which yields fewer calories and fat than regular ground beef.
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When possible, it’s best to go forgrass-fed.
Fortunately, ground beef is very simple to make and cooks fairly quickly.
Place the meat in the skilletalong with any seasoningsand wait for all the pieces to brown, stirring occasionally.
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When they’re no more pink meat, that’s how you know the meat is done.
What can I make with ground beef?
From a classic bowl of chili to a cheeseburger pizza, the possibilities are endless.
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Get our recipe for aCopycat Big Mac.
Combined with fiber-rich legumes, this protein-packed burrito is sure to satiate your appetite for hours on end.
Get our recipe for aCopycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito.
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Get our recipe forCopycat Wendy’s Chili.
You’ll save on calories, but you’ll gain considerably on taste!
Get our recipe forSwedish Meatballs.
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Get our recipe forBeef Tacos.
We are sorry they don’t come withOlive Gardenbreadsticks, though.
Get our recipe forCopycat Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli.
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This blogger added all of those key toppings to her creation.
Ditch the bun and grab the pizza dough, it’s time to go to work!
Get the recipe fromFoxes Love Lemons.
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This is a restaurant-worthy burger you’ve got the option to actually perfect right in your own kitchen.
Get our recipe forJalapeno Cheeseburger.
Enter our hearty slow cooker beef goulash recipe.
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Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Beef Goulash.
They’re great for appetizers, snacks, and parties!
Get our recipe forSliders.
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Fajita ‘Nachos’ With Avocado Crema
How clever is this?
you might serve this over dried spaghetti or fettuccine, but fresh pasta really is best.
Get our recipe forBolognese Sauce.
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for a mere 402 calories.
Get our recipe forPaleo Bacon-Chile Burgers With Guacamole and Fresh Salsa.
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You’ll recognize it by its exotic condiments and its 20-syllable menu name.
Even chains like Ruby Tuesday andChili’shave tried their hands at the bougie burgerwith predictably precarious results.
Get our recipe forRed Wine-Infused Mushroom Swiss Burger.
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Get our recipe forMeatballs with Polenta.
Get our recipe forShepherd’s Pie.
But don’t worry, just because you’re ditching the shells (and saving yourself some calories!)
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you won’t miss them, as this recipe amps up every other ingredient.
Yes, that means more meat, beans, and veggies!
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Get our recipe forPatty Melt.
Instead, you could pan-fry your patty for an easy way to satisfy your burger craving.
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Get our recipe forPan Burger With Fried Egg and Special Sauce.
Or keep itlow-carbwith zucchini noodles!
Get our recipe forClassic Italian Meatballs.
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One-Skillet Taco Pasta
Sure, traditional pasta is great.
But have you tried taco pasta?
Taco Tuesday is about to take on a whole new meaning.
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Get our recipe forOne-Skillet Taco Pasta.
Thankfully, ours doesn’t!
Use lean ground beef instead of ground bison or beef sirloin if you’re free to’t find them.
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Get our recipe forCowboy Burger.
Also perfect formeal planningas it will keep great frozen in the fridge.
Double the recipe and you’ll be set for the week!
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Get our recipe forItalian Meatball Soup.
We’re usingcauliflower riceinstead of regular rice, and rely on spices and vegetables to punch up the flavors.
Get our recipe forWhole30 Beef Burrito Bowls.
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Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf
This meatloaf can be made in all different types of ways.
According to Cracker Barrel, their meatloaf recipe has tomatoes, onions, and green peppers.
Hence why this recipe has a whole can of tomatoes, as well as diced green peppers and onions.
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Get our recipe forCopycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf.
But what if you’re attempting theketo dietand can’t have those extranet carbs?
Get our recipe forInstant Pot Keto Cheeseburger Soup.
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Smashed A.1.
Swiss Burger
This style of burger maximizes crust development and helps the beef retain a ton of juiciness.
Try it once, and you may never go back to bulky grilled burgers again.
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This idea has us thinking about stuffing less cheese and more avocado into our quesadillas.
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Get our recipe forInstant Pot Chili.
Everyone will love this Whole30 shepherd’s pie, whether you’re followingWhole30 guidelinesor not!
Get our recipe forWhole30 Shepherd’s Pie.
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Is your mouth already watering?
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And why not return to a classic dish from your childhood?
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This meatloaf is juicy and tasty, and we promise it’s unlike the ones you’ve had before.
What’s a good beef stroganoff if it’s not dripping in flavor, right?
Get the recipe fromTaste & Tell.
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This healthy ground beef recipe is ready in 15 minutes and requires just one dish.
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Transport your tastebuds from Ireland to Sweden with these gravy-battered meatballs.
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Pair them with mashed cauliflower or veggie noodles for a balanced meal.
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Pasta filled with meat, cheese, and sauce?
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Pair it with a salad, and you’re good to go.
and whip up this savory mealthis time, it’s on top of baked potatoes!
Get the recipe fromCupcakes and Kale Chips.
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The ground beef is seasoned with sweet and spicy gochujang sauce and soy sauce, giving it anumami flavor.
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A version of this story was originally published in March 2017.
It has been updated to include additional entries.
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