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The 50 All-Time-Best Ground Beef Recipes

From classics like burgers and meatloaf to family-friendly favorites like pasta Bolognese and shepherd's pie, these are the recipes you'll find yourself making again and again.

Easy Ideas for Ground Beef

Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that is a staple in most kitchens. It brings a rich, meaty flavor to dishes at a fraction of the cost of steak. Ground beef can also be stretched to feed more people by adding beans, grains, or chopped mushrooms. It is a key ingredient in many comfort foods and family-friendly dinners, ensuring that there's always a use for it. From meatballs to stuffed peppers to sloppy Joes, a delicious meal can be prepared with ground beef. For example, a simple, hearty meat sauce can be made by seasoning ground beef with dried herbs and simmering it with canned tomatoes until the flavors meld perfectly. Served over cooked spaghetti, this meal from the pantry is a no-fuss dish that everyone will enjoy.

Quick Spicy Chili

Make a quick chili by adding ground beef, beer, and chipotle for a spicy kick.

Beef Picadillo Enchiladas

These enchiladas are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, olives, and raisins, seasoned with Chinese five-spice powder.

Good Eats Meatloaf

Alton Brown's meatloaf recipe is made with ground chuck and sirloin, spices, and croutons. It is baked with a spicy-sweet glaze for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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@FoodPornPhotos Just right! Like Goldilocks said, sometimes you have to try a few bowls of porridge before you find the perfect one. Keep cooking!

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15 Top-Rated Cookware Pieces on Amazon to Buy Now

Whether you just purchased an air fryer or have been using it for a while, you probably have the basic function mastered and enjoy air frying everything from potatoes to chicken tenders.
But these machines can go way beyond the fundamental function of air frying.
Depending on which model you have at home, there are numerous techniques you can master with this small-but-mighty appliance, including dehydrating, broiling, baking, roasting, and reheating.

We spoke with Amanda Neal, Food Network recipe developer and resident air fryer expert, about the functions you might be missing out on and what she recommends you make with these features.

An air fryer is a countertop appliance that uses air circulated by a powerful fan and heating element to quickly cook and crisp foods.
It works similarly to the convection setting on some ovens, but with a few modifications.
For one, food sits in a basket so that air circulates all around the item.
And its small size means that intense heat levels are reached quickly and evenly, promoting fast, uniform browning.
Food is “fried” by superheated air, not hot oil.
Air frying can be healthier than deep-frying since minimal oil is required.

Basket air fryers have a removable basket that sits in the belly of your appliance.
Air fryer ovens have racks to put foods on, and can be a combination air fryer and toaster oven.
Wondering which style is better? Food Network road-tested the latest models in our 7 Best Air Fryers.

Air fryer functions like broil, roast, dehydrate, bake, and reheat are pre-set temperatures and times programmed to achieve various results for your food.
Wondering how your air fryer can transition to different modes with the switch of a knob or press of a button?
It’s not unlike the popcorn button you might have on your microwave: A specific heat and time setting programmed to cook microwave popcorn.
Having this pre-set function means the user doesn’t have to read the package directions — or guess at the best way to use their machine.
Having the option to use the air fryer for different cooking techniques is especially helpful when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen by turning on the oven.
Plus, you’re almost guaranteed a shorter preheat wait when you opt for cooking in the air fryer, making it time-efficient.

If your air fryer doesn’t have preset functions, no problem.
The manufacturer’s instruction booklet will usually cover what temperatures and times correspond to specific techniques: bake, roast, dehydrate, etc.
You’ll just need to manually adjust the temperature and set the cooking time.
A good rule of thumb? Use a temperature about 25 degrees F lower than what you might be accustomed to with a conventional oven: Baking in the air fryer is typically about 325 instead of 350 degrees F, roasting will be about 400 instead of 425 degrees, and so on.
You can also convert regular deep-fry recipes to air frying with the same formula.
Air fryers typically cook faster than conventional ovens, so start checking your food as early as halfway through estimated cook times.

Homemade apple slices, fruit leather, and crispy chips are easy with an air fryer's dehydrating feature.
In testing, we loved the Ninja Air Fryer for its versatility, including the dehydrating function.
“A traditional dehydrator gently blows warm air on a piece of food for a long period of time, drawing out any excess moisture,” says Neal.
When picking the dehydrating setting on an air fryer, it will default to the correct temperature and time to achieve those same results.
You can also try these colorful veggie chips or crispy potato chips to achieve crunchy results with manual time and temperature settings.
For best results, leave room for the air to circulate around each piece — never stack or overlap the food.

Air fryers can get up to pretty high temperatures, making them great for roasting and broiling.
When you use an air fryer to roast, it will default to a higher temperature and cook for a shorter amount of time than it does while air frying.
That makes it suitable for cooking beef or poultry (hello, chicken wings!) like you would in a traditional oven.
If you set your air fryer manually, temperatures ideal for roasting will range from 375 degrees F to 425 degrees F depending on the size of the food item.
Broiling requires strong heat that comes just from the top of the oven.
For melting cheese or browning a casserole, opt for an air fryer with a broiler feature, like the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven, which will only use the direct, top-down heat to create a crisp, bubbly top on your dish.

Many air fryers come with baking inserts for making everything from bread to cakes to cookies.
Like most techniques, the bake function lowers the overall temperature called for in conventional ovens by about 25 degrees F.
Additionally, the baking time will be shorter in the air fryer, and preheating takes only minutes if it’s necessary at all.
While Neal finds air fryers to be solid substitutes for an oven in most cases, she cautions against relying too heavily on the baking function.
She's found that the hot air tends to dry out baked goods as it circulates.
Your best bet is to use reliable recipes developed specifically for the air fryer and air fryer inserts, and to watch your food carefully.
Also look for recipes that have a good balance of fat like butter or oil and other moist ingredients to make baking them more forgiving.
Air fryer banana bread is a good example.
The fruit keeps the bread famously tender, and you have a generous window for getting a moist interior and just-browned exterior.

Air fryers are especially good at reheating leftovers like pizza, fried chicken or French fries.
While a microwave might make them soggy, an air fryer's circulating air keeps them crisp.
Make sure there’s plenty of room in the air fryer basket for heat to circulate around the food; that means that if you’re reheating pizza you’ll probably need to do it one or two slices at a time.
If setting the fryer manually, use temperatures of around 350 degrees F for leftovers.
And always watch the food carefully.
You want it crisped on the outside and just heated all the way through, so check it every 3 to 4 minutes.

Overall, air fryers offer a versatile way of cooking a variety of foods with different functions like dehydrating, roasting, broiling, baking, and reheating.
It’s important to know how to utilize these features to get the best results out of your air fryer.
With the right techniques and recipes, you can create delicious meals with less oil and faster cooking times, making the air fryer a valuable kitchen appliance to have.

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Spring Vegetable Fettuccine Alfredo

highlights a delicious recipe that brings a fresh twist to the classic pasta dish. In this recipe, spring vegetables are used to brighten up the rich and creamy Alfredo sauce. Lemon zest and chives are added to cut through the richness of the dish, adding a burst of freshness.

The recipe is easy to follow, with a total time of 30 minutes and active preparation time of 30 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying meal option. The yield of the recipe is 4 servings, making it perfect for a family dinner or a small gathering.

To make the dish, you will need ingredients such as kosher salt, fresh fettuccine, shiitake mushrooms, asparagus, butter, frozen peas, black pepper, heavy cream, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, chives, and lemon zest. The use of fresh ingredients enhances the flavors of the dish and adds a vibrant touch to the creamy pasta.

The cooking process involves boiling the pasta until al dente and reserving some pasta water before straining it. The mushrooms and asparagus are then sautéed in butter until tender and browned, adding a depth of flavor to the dish. The cream sauce is prepared by simmering butter and cream together before adding in the peas and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Once the sauce is ready, the cooked vegetables, pasta, chives, and lemon zest are added and tossed together well. Seasoning with salt and pepper is essential to enhance the flavors of the dish. The pasta will thicken as it cools, but you can adjust the consistency by adding reserved pasta water gradually.

A tip provided in the article is that heavy whipping cream contains stabilizers that help it stay at the desired consistency, making it ideal for thickening the Alfredo sauce. Additionally, you can use reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce further.

In conclusion, the "Spring Vegetable Fettuccine Alfredo" recipe offers a fresh and flavorful twist on the traditional pasta Alfredo, making it a perfect choice for a quick and delicious meal. The combination of spring vegetables, creamy sauce, and zesty lemon creates a delightful harmony of flavors that is sure to please your taste buds.

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@AMAZlNGNATURE Wishing you a day filled with hammock-level relaxation and serenity! Enjoy every moment just like this horse. 🐴💫

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@FoodNetwork @chefanneburrell I can't wait to try @ChefAnneBurrell’s Sausage and Pepper Frittata! It looks like the perfect way to start the day. Thank you for sharing the recipe!

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@KiaraLewis_m I love how classic design effortlessly blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication. It's the perfect way to create a space that feels both luxurious and inviting.

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The 50 All-Time-Best Ground Beef Recipes

Ground beef is a versatile and affordable ingredient to have on hand, making it easy to stretch recipes and feed more people. It is a key component in many comfort foods and family-friendly dinners, ensuring that you will always have a use for it. From classics like burgers and meatloaf to easy recipes like chili and enchiladas, ground beef can be turned into a delicious meal in no time. Meals like meatballs, stuffed peppers, and sloppy Joes are always crowd-pleasers when made with ground beef. Take for example a simple meat sauce seasoned with dried herbs and canned tomatoes served over spaghetti for a quick and satisfying pantry meal that everyone will enjoy. Recipe number two is a quick and spicy chili made with beef, beer, and chipotle for a flavorful dish that can be made in no time. The third recipe features beef picadillo enchiladas loaded with ground beef, tomatoes, Cheddar, olives, and raisins, all with a kick from Chinese five-spice powder. The last recipe focuses on a good eats meatloaf made with ground chuck and sirloin mixed with spices and croutons, then baked with a spicy-sweet glaze for a tasty twist on a classic dish.

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The main title of the article is "19 Lemon Desserts Perfect for Spring Entertaining". The article provides a collection of lemon dessert recipes that are ideal for the spring season. Each recipe offers a refreshing and bright flavor, perfect for serving guests during spring get-togethers

Serve your guests a sweet treat that tastes just like a ray of sunshine.

Our Best Lemon Dessert Recipes

Who doesn’t love that feeling of stepping outside on the first warm day of the season and realizing that you need to remove a layer, as the springtime sunshine warms you all the way down to your soul? If we could encapsulate that feeling in a dessert, it would have to be kissed by lemon, the very color and flavor of a ray of light. We’ve got lots of spring-y dessert ideas, whether you’re looking for something casual, like crisp, tart cookies for a brunch buffet, or something more over-the-top, like a bright and fresh cake lightened further with clouds of whipped cream. Ready to start baking? Try this deliciuos olive oil cake. Candying the lemons removes all the bitterness from the fruit. Afterwards, you’re left with a sweet, tart topping for this tasty spring dessert. The recipe calls for Meyer lemons, which are sweeter than your usual garden variety lemon, which results in a gentler citrus flavor.

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Fresh Lemon Mousse

Ina decorates this perfectly calibrated rich, yet fluffy, lemon mousse with fresh cream and lemon slices for a festive springtime touch. The result is so light and bright, you might just float away while eating it.

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Lemon Angel Food Cake

One taste of Ina’s sky-high lemony angel food cake, and you’ll have lots of ideas—yes, you can of course just enjoy the cake, but this also makes a wonderful layer in a trifle or cubed and baked into bread pudding (or heck, we’ve been known to just toast a slice in the toaster oven and spread it with butter and jam.

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The Most-Lemony Lemon Bar of All Time

This bar is lemon city! We put lemon zest in the crust, upped the pucker in the filling and put lemon candy on top. It's the bar for the ultimate lemon lover.

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@unpodiblu This linguine with salmon dish looks absolutely delicious! Can't wait to try it out for my next #fishfriday meal.

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@TheFigen_ Peaceful moments like these are truly priceless. Enjoying the rain alone is a beautiful experience that allows for reflection and tranquility.

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@leslibless @gatewaypundit Sounds like the jurors need a weekend break too! Hopefully they come back Monday with fresh perspectives. Let's see what happens next!

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20 Mother's Day Gift Baskets for Food Lovers

Load her up on sweets and snacks with these edible gift baskets for Mother's Day.

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Mom deserves the world for all she does, so why not spoil her with a bounty of delicious food and beverages?

These Mother’s Day-themed gift baskets are filled with her favorite foods like decadent caviar, unique coffees, fresh pasta and delicious desserts.

Whether you're shopping for your mom, grandma, or mother-in-law, these are the best Mother's Day gift baskets for all the food-loving mothers out there.

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