Minced Beef Recipes

Minced beef is a fridge and freezer staple. It’s a relatively inexpensive protein and there are so many ways that you can make it the star of the show for a delicious family dinner. Here are some of our favourite minced (ground) beef recipes.

There’s something undeniably comforting about a hearty minced beef dish isn’t there? Whether it’s the sizzle of a perfectly seasoned burger on the grill, the aromatic blend of herbs and spices in a simmering pot of chilli, or the deliciously juicy meatballs bathed in a savoury sauce.

Be sure to look out for Chris’s Chilli Con Carne – it’s amazing and always on our recipe rotation.

So, let’s get cooking!

Swedish meatballs and gravy in a pan on a mottled blue background.

4.86 from 14 votes

Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Juicy flavour-packed meatballs in that classic rich and creamy Swedish meatball sauce. Such a comforting dinner served with mashed potato!

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Overhead picture of a bowl full of Keema Curry sat on a bed of boiled basmati rice with a toasted chapati folded and wedged in the side of the dish.

4.78 from 9 votes

Easy Keema Curry Recipe

A deliciously simple minced beef (keema) curry that you can get ready in 30 minutes.

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Square image of a white bowl filled with lasagne soup with pieces of garlic bread taken out. The bowl is on a light background next to a white napkin and a small bowl of grated parmesan.

4.67 from 3 votes

One-Pan Lasagne Soup

One pan lasagne soup – all the taste of lasagne but so much simpler!

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5 from 10 votes

Cottage Pie

Traditional cottage pie with a rich meaty sauce, topped with creamy mashed potato, crisped up to golden perfection.

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4.84 from 6 votes

Minced Beef Fried Rice

Minced beef fried up with hoisin, lemongrass and garlic then tossed with easy egg fried rice – it makes a fantastic, easy and economical dinner for the whole family.

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

My delicious Spaghetti and Meatballs are a family favourite. This easy Italian dinner is comfort food at its best.

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4.75 from 4 votes

Beef Kofta with Saag Aloo

An aromatic creamy curry with juicy meatballs and spice-infused potatoes. It’s mild enough for the kids to enjoy too!

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Close up overhead image of one-pan bolognese in a pan

5 from 10 votes

One Pot Creamy Bolognese Recipe

Rich beef bolognese cooked together with pasta shells and finished with cream and cheese. All ready in 30 minutes!

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Meatballs with a Chinese Curry Sauce in a cast iron pan with 3 slices of boiled egg in the top right corner.

4.92 from 12 votes

Chinese Style Curry Sauce with Juicy Meatballs

This Chinese Style Curry with Juicy Meatballs makes a great, comforting dinner. Serve with cauliflower rice for a lighter dinner!

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Portion of lasagne on a white plate with salad in the background

5 from 34 votes

Lasagne Recipe

A delicious homemade lasagne with rich beef ragu, creamy béchamel and golden cheese topping. A comfort food classic.

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A bowl of chilli con carne with kidney beans, ground beef, cheese, and cilantro over white rice. Tortilla chips on the side.

4.93 from 70 votes

Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Our favourite chilli con carne recipe – packed with flavour! One pound of minced beef can easily stretch to 8 servings in this recipe – making it healthier and cheaper too.

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Double cheeseburger on sesame seed bun on a piece of parchment paper on a dark background

5 from 3 votes

The Ultimate Double Cheeseburger

How to make the perfect tender, juicy, double cheeseburger with easy burger sauce on a lightly toasted brioche bun.

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4.75 from 32 votes

Spaghetti Bolognese

My go-to rich and satisfying weeknight bolognese. Ready in 30 minutes! Simple ingredients, without skimping on taste.

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5 from 2 votes

Hidden Veg Meatballs

Juicy meatballs with hidden veg, served in a tomato and pepper sauce with gooey melted cheese.

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