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Creative beef recipes to change up your dinner routine

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October 20, 2021
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Creative beef recipes to change up your dinner routine

In 2020, Americans collectively consumed 27.6 billion pounds of beef. That's a lot of steaks and hamburgers!

High in protein, iron, and zinc, dietitians say that moderate amounts of beef can be consumed as a part of a healthy diet. Some cuts (ie those with less fat content) and some preparations (ie those that aren't fried) are deemed healthier than others, but healthy doesn't have to be boring. 

Here Stacker's compiled a list of Beef recipes from Allrecipes, none of which are boring, and all of which are high in flavor and originality.

World's Best Lasagna

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 2 hrs 75 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 20
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Meatloaf

- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Grandma's Ground Beef Casserole

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Homemade Chili

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 4 hrs 13 mins
- Total: 4 hrs 23 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs 30 mins
- Total: 6 hrs 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Beef Stew I

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 12 hrs
- Total: 12 hrs 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Million-Dollar Spaghetti

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Easiest Pot Roast Ever

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 hrs
- Total: 5 hrs 10 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs 5 mins
- Total: 6 hrs 25 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

The Best Meatloaf I've Ever Made

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 10 mins
- Total: 1 hr 25 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 10 mins
- Total: 1 hr 25 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Flavorized Slow Cooker Meatloaf

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs
- Total: 6 hrs 20 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 1 meatloaf
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Mexican Casserole

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Grandma's Vegetable Soup

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 20 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Sloppy Joes II

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Salisbury Steak

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Ziti I

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Italian Meatballs

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Additional: 1 hr 20 mins
- Total: 1 hr 75 mins
- Servings: 30
- Yield: 30 meatballs
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Classic Goulash

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 20 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Hamburger Steak with Onions and Gravy

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Stuffed Peppers

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Absolute Best Liver and Onions

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Mississippi Pot Roast

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 8 hrs
- Total: 8 hrs 5 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Spaghetti

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 25 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 8 hrs
- Total: 8 hrs 10 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

Boilermaker Tailgate Chili

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 Servings
- Number of ingredients: 28
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Additional: 4 hrs
- Total: 6 hrs 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Marie's Easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast

- Prep: 40 mins
- Cook: 9 hrs
- Total: 9 hrs 40 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Cast Iron Pan-Seared Steak (Oven-Finished)

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 12 mins
- Additional: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 22 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 steaks
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Homemade Chili

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Best Damn Chili

- Prep: 35 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 15 mins
- Total: 2 hrs 50 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 28
- Read more about the recipe here

Quick Beef Stir-Fry

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Chili II

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 8 hrs
- Total: 8 hrs 15 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 5 hrs
- Total: 5 hrs 15 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Unstuffed Cabbage Roll

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

The Best Meatballs

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 cabbage rolls
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Asian Lettuce Wraps

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Just Like Wendy's® Chili

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 20 mins
- Total: 1 hr 35 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Reuben Sandwich II

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Italian Baked Meatballs

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 30 1-ounce meatballs
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Hamburger Potato Casserole

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Traditional Sauerbraten

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 4 hrs
- Additional: 2 days
- Total: 2 days
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Beef Stew VI

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Simple Beef Stroganoff

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Italian Beef for Sandwiches

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 12 hrs
- Total: 12 hrs 15 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 bowls
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 9 hrs
- Total: 9 hrs 15 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Classic Meatloaf

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 meatloaf
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

Get a Husband Brunswick Stew

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 3 hrs
- Total: 3 hrs 30 mins
- Servings: 16
- Yield: 16 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

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