Ground Beef Dinners

DIRTY RICE

Submitted by: nm121017

RICE WITH GROUND BEEF AND SPICES TO SEASON

1 CUP RICE

1 LB GROUND BEEF

1 TBSP OREGANO

1 TBSP BASIL

1 1/2 TSP GARLIC

1 TSP SALT

1 TSP PEPPER

BROWN AND DRAIN GROUND BEEF. ADD RICE AND COOK ACCORDING TO DIRECTIONS ON RICE PACKAGE. USUALLY ONE CUP RICE NEEDS TWO CUPS OF WATER. I USUALLY ADD 1/3 CUP MORE WATER. WAIT FOR WATER TO COME TO BOIL, REDUCE HEAT, AND REMAINING INGREDIENTS, COVER AND SIMMER UNTIL WATER IS ABSORBED. (Makes 4 SERVINGS)

Meatloaf:

In medium sized bowl mix 1 lb raw ground beef, 1/2 c dry breadcrumbs, 1 cup stove top stuffing, 1 beaten egg, 1/2 c. water, 1/4 c. ketchup, 1/4-1/2 cup. BBQ sauce.  Mix well & transfer to loaf pan.  Spread more BBQ sauce over the top.  Bake at 375 uncovered for 40-45 mins.

Cheesy Beef and Potato Casserole

Submitted by: theferrisestoneofall

Simple to make beef, potato and veggie casserole.

1 lb ground beef

1 onion

1 packet taco seasoning (or to taste)

5-6 medium potatoes (partially pre-baked)

1 can green beans

1 can corn

1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Bake potatoes 400 degrees for 30 mins. (I do this ahead of time). When they have cooled enough to handle, Cut them into bite-sized cubes. Brown the beef and onion in skillet. Rinse meat to get rid of excess fat. Return to skillet and add taco seasoning and a few tablespoons of water. Stir until well mixed. Add potatoes, beans and corn. Stir until all are well coated. If your skillet can go in the oven, sprinkle desired amount of cheese on top, cover with lid and place in over at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until cheese is melted. Or transfer to a baking dish, then spread desired amount of chees, cover with tinfoil and bake 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees or until cheese is melted. (Makes 4-6 servings