Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Short on time, money, or ingredients? We’ve got you covered! These cheap and easy ground beef recipes require five ingredients (or fewer). From quick soups and pastas to crowd-pleasing casseroles and burgers, everyone at your table will love these satisfying meals.

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Easy 5-Ingredient ChiliPaula

“My father and I created this easy 5-ingredient chili recipe and everyone we have made it for loved it. It is fast, simple, and delicious.” —Recipe submitter tenastic66

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Presto Pesto Hamburger MacFrance C

“Very, very tasty and filling! This was the first recipe I’ve ever made on my own. It came out really good!” —Reviewer mike

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Sour Cream BurgersFrance C

“These tangy sour cream burgers seasoned with onion soup mix are a nice change from regular burgers!” —Recipe creator LAB1

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5 Ingredient Taco SoupCookingWithShelia

“This simple and delicious 5 ingredient taco soup is perfect for cool nights by the fireplace.” —Recipe creator Shelia Johnson

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Savory Tater Tot CasseroleKarriej

“Such a simple recipe, but so tasty! Moist inside and crispy on top.” —Recipe submitter MRS G

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Ground Beef for TacosAllrecipes Member

“This is a very quick and easy way to cook ground beef for tacos or served over rice. My husband loved this last minute meal idea!” —Recipe submitter JMK

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The Perfect Basic BurgerDotdash Meredith Food Studios

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

“Recipe was simple and tasted great, my new go-to when making burgers.” —Allrecipes member Cindy Trivisonno

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Barbecue Beef CupsCaroline C

“Couldn’t get a picture because my family ate them all before I had a chance. I highly recommend this recipe! You will not be disappointed.” —Reviewer Jamie Via

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Shipwreck StewCarrie C.

Carrie C.

“I loved that everything in this, I had on hand. It went together easily with little time needed.” —Allrecipes member Carrie C.

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Hamburger HashRonda H.

Ronda H.

“This hamburger hash is a quick and inexpensive one-dish meal.” —Recipe submitter RHONDA_M

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Elbows and Ground BeefAllrecipes Member

“Elbow pasta with ground beef, bell pepper, and onions with tomato sauce. This is a quick and easy meal.” —Recipe creator Luann Charity

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Basic Baked SpaghettiAllrecipes Member

“Easy baked spaghetti made quickly in the oven. Use different cheeses to create your signature dish.” —Recipe creator Wendy

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Spaghetti a la PhillySasha

Sasha

“Oh my gosh!!! That was the best!! So creamy and good!” —Allrecipes member Brianna Callahan

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Fire-Roasted Corn and Beef Skillet PieAllrecipes Magazine

“This zesty take on a comforting pot pie gets a spicy kick with pepper Jack cheese.” —Recipe submitter Doug

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Mexican MostaccioliReneePaj

ReneePaj

“This is an easy quick dinner and stretches out hamburger for a budget meal.” —Recipe submitter cara1997

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Hamburger GravyDotdash Meredith Food Studios

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

“This hamburger gravy recipe is so easy to make!” —Recipe creator Steven Paul Ray

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