Whether it is beef, lamb, chicken, turkey, beef or pork, there is a good chance you have a package of ground meat sit at the bottom of your freezer now. Protein choices are very economical (and a big grocery items to the inventory at the time the store has a sale), ground meat can be the base material for a lot more than just hamburgers! Fear that you are stuck in a rut ground meat, relying on one or two basic recipe that you work day go-to? Here are some excellent ideas for spicing ground meat recipes to your repertoire.
C'mon, who does not like taco night? A favorite with children and adults alike, taco night as make-your-own-sundae bar delicious savory goodness. No need to bother with a packaged mix of spices to create the perfect taco meat filling, either. Enough choice in a skillet brown meat (beef and chicken are both working well here, but use your imagination), and add spices such as cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, chipotle, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add a few tablespoons of water and simmer on low. Easier to plan, brown the meat and stir in a few tablespoons of your favorite salsa jerks.
Doing grade-school cafeteria meatloaf ruin you forever? It's time to give this classic American comfort food another chance! Part of the secret lies in making mincemeat with a good mix of ground meat (classic combo is beef, veal and pork, but there are no rules!) Jazz with a recipe that does not come from the woman's local noon, and meatloaf can quickly become one of the new, the old favorite. While the classic recipes including bread crumbs or diced bread, eggs (to hold it together), and a topping of tomato sauce (or ketchup), modern meatloaf recipe might surprise you with their creativity. Recipes may replace couscous or quinoa for bread, and include fillings such as cheese and sauteed vegetables.
Psst ... meatloaf is a fantastic way to sneak in some vegetables where people might least expect them.
Casseroles and pasta bake
When it comes to the casserole and baked pasta dishes, ground meat is the best pal home cooks. Add browned beef or turkey to be the recipe mac-and-cheese your favorite homemade. Try using ground beef on your next baked ziti. Layers some chicken leftovers from the night taco with cheese, sauce, and corn tortillas for Mexican lasagna was delicious. Moussaka - casserole Greece saucy meat, eggplant, and herbs - is a very good use for ground lamb.
Chili
Perfect in the match, ending in a hot dog, or scooped into an open bag of corn chips for Frito Pie, it seems like everyone has their own idea of what makes a perfect meal chili. There is no wrong answer when it comes to making this a people-pleaser, whether you prefer beans or no beans, hearty beef chili topped with sour cream, or light and healthy turkey or chicken chili. For weekday meals super-simple, all you need is a few ingredients and a crockpot. Brown your meat before adding to the crockpot, and throw in some canned beans, canned tomato sauce or chopped tomatoes, one chopped onion small, and chili spice your favorites such as chili powder, cumin, oregano, and maybe even a dash of small wood sweet. Set the low crockpot for 6-8 hours, and you're in for a treat stomach satisfactory.
Meatballs
The meatballs may be the first dish that you think of when you think of ground meat, but you may be surprised by the thousands of variations exist. If you're looking to see beyond spaghetti and meatballs, consider favorites like Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauce, or Greek meatballs served with Tzatziki sauce (they are also largely formed to skewer before cooking, to wonderfully spiced meat kabobs). North African recipe for meatballs spiced with flavors such as ginger and cinnamon and served over couscous with dried dates. Asian meatballs may have ground chicken seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions. Meatballs with Mexican flavor is the star attraction in the classic albondigas soup.
Shepherd's pie
Although technically casserole, not a cake, pie shepherds too darn special to not get their own, a special mention. Given how surprisingly easy it is to make, shepherds pie definitely deserves to be enjoyed more often than your annual trip to the local English pub. Recipe classic British calls for a sheep or goat, but chances are that when you order this dish in the United States, you will be served beef (this variation is called "cottage pie" in some areas.) Regardless of ground meat you choose, start by browning it in a mixture of beef broth and worcestershire sauce. Add this to the mix of sautéed vegetables such as onions, green beans, carrots, and corn, and add the mixture to the bottom of a casserole dish. Top with fresh (or leftovers!) Mashed potatoes were spread evenly over the meat (you can create multiple peaks enough, if according to your taste!) And pop into a 425-degree Fahrenheit oven for 20-30 minutes.
Meat pies and patties
Another dish that has infinite variations, meat pies found in many cuisines around the world. In the Caribbean, beef seasoned with curry powder or Jamaican jerk seasoning folded into flour yellow flaky crust, and is sold as a snack food popular street, often called "pasties." Empanada, other handheld pie containing meat and vegetable fillings, are found in many cultures influenced by the cuisines of Spain and Latin America. samosa South Asia, Eastern Europe knish, Bridies Scotland ... the list goes on!
For the version that is easy, friendly-party meat pies, saute ground meat with seasoning mixture, allowing the mixture cool, and fold into a square rolled-out defrosted puff pastry dough. Seal and pierce pastry with a fork, brush with a little egg wash and pop into the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. This feast of meat pie!
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