Five-Ingredient Ground Beef Dishes So Easy They Practically Make Themselves

Recipe: Hamburger Steak With Sweet Onion-Mushroom Gravy

This hamburger steak is a quick-fix Southern supper recipe we always keep on deck. Make some extra patties, which can be frozen for up to three months, so you'll have a backup plan on busy weeknights.

Recipe: Taco Dinner Mac and Cheese

When the family is debating Mexican or macaroni and cheese, consider this dish the perfect compromise. Ground beef and taco seasoning give some major flavor to an already very simple, delicious macaroni and cheese recipe.

Recipe: Serrano Pepper Burgers

Skip the boring sliced tomatoes and iceberg lettuce this time. Grill-roasted peppers add spicy heat, as well as a touch of sweetness and smoke, to these juicy burgers.

Recipe: Cheesy Chili Hash Brown Bake

Serve it up in indiviudal ramekins, or spread it out in your trusty 13x9 baking dish. Either way, just make sure to whip up this tasty ground beef recipe that's ready in under an hour.

Recipe: Extra-Easy Lasagna

Lasagna is a forever family favorite, and this simple recipe might be our most-used. When we say extra easy, we mean it.

Recipe: Cheesy BBQ Sloppy Joes

We know you have some Texas toast in the freezer, and luckily it makes the perfect vessel for these cheesy barbecue Sloppy Joes. This comforting dinner will definitely be a forever favorite among the kids.

Recipe: Swiss Burgers in Tomato Gravy

This juicy, cheese-topped meal looks fancy and indulgent, but takes minimal effort and few ingredients outside the blend of amazing seasonings. (That's the trick to next-level burgers.) Quick tomato gravy will make you leave that ketchup in the kitchen.

Recipe: Spaghetti Casserole

This slow-cooker version of our crowd-favorite spaghetti casserole makes it even more simple to throw together for supper. The hearty sauce with ground beef will ensure no one leaves the table hungry.

Recipe: Super Quick Chili

We've never seen anything quite as cute as these quick chili bites. Served in hollowed-out dinner rolls, this chili makes plenty of appearances at our tailgates, barbecues, and family suppers.

Recipe: Bev's Famous Meatloaf

Skip the breadcrumbs and put one of those sleeves of saltine crackers (that we know you have in the pantry) to work in this home-style meatloaf recipe. Just a few key ingredients, like onions, green bell pepper, and a sweet tomato topping go to work to make one simply satisfying main dish.

Recipe: Tater Tot Hotdish

You’re going to love this skillet casserole even more after realizing you already have all five ingredients in your kitchen. A crispy topping of tater tots will make this a kid-friendly favorite.

Recipe: Sloppy Joe Carolina-Style Burgers

These over-the-top burgers might need a knife and fork—because we don’t call them sloppy for nothing. A pile of cole slaw and a scoop of Sloppy Joe-style chili give amazing flavor and texture.

Recipe: Southwestern Meatloaf

Get that Tex-Mex flair from using crushed whole grain tortilla chips instead of plain breadcrumbs to flavor this juicy meatloaf. Make with chipotle salsa for its spicy kick and smoky notes, then serve as a tasty meatloaf sandwich or alongside Tex-Mex sides.

Recipe: 5-Ingredient Baked Spaghetti

When we’re in a super pinch, a five-ingredient casserole comes in with the save. This baked spaghetti will make you rethink every complicated version you’ve ever made.

Recipe: Sloppy Cola Joe Dogs

Go ahead, and plan on a delicious mess with these Sloppy Joe-topped hotdogs. They're livened up with a splash of cola, which gives the ground beef a sweet boost. Top with sliced pepperoncini peppers and coleslaw if you want some heat and crunch.

Recipe: 30-Minute Chili

This deliciously easy chili comes with a short ingredient list, can be made in one pot, and is ready in 30 minutes. Simmering the ground beef might be the hardest part, which says it all. Once you've finished that, you just pour everything else in, and stir.

Recipe: Burgers with Green Tomato Mayonnaise

What takes these burgers to the next level? A tangy, chunky mayonnaise containing green tomatoes, Dijon mustard, and chives. This fresh condiment makes all other add-ons totally unnecessary.

Recipe: Easy Beefaroni

We’re always game for an updated version of a childhood favorite, and this beefaroni is no exception. It works with just five ingredients, calls for only 20 minutes of cook time, and makes a crowd-friendly batch.

Recipe: Richard's Sloppy Joes

You just can't beat a homemade meal that's both incredibly simple and crowd-pleasing. The short ingredient list works hard to give a hearty dinner that adults and kids alike love.

Recipe: Pepper Relish Mini Meatloaves

Get dinner on the table even faster with these mini meatloaves. With less ingredients and less cooking time, this recipe makes for a better weeknight supper.