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If you think ground beef is just for taco night, think again. Ground beef is the foundation of countless delicious meals, from quick weeknight dinners and cozy comfort food classics to globally inspired dishes. Get inspired with our favorite mouthwatering recipes that showcase the versatility of ground beef. And when your recipe starts with Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef, you take these everyday meals to a whole new level. What makes Omaha Steaks ground beef different? It’s crafted from real steak trimmings and naturally aged at least 28 days, resulting in a rich, juicy texture and bold, steak flavor you can taste in every bite. Try one of our delicious ground beef recipes for the most flavor-packed meal you’ve ever experienced.The sky is the limit when you cook with Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef. Try Omaha Steaks Executive Chef David Rose's recipes for Ground Beef Chili, BBQ Sloppy Joes, or quick and easy Ground Beef Cheesy Dip (aka Touchdown Dip.) Gochujang Sloppy Joes Meet your new obsession: Gochujang Sloppy Joes made with Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef. 1 lb. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)Salt and pepper, to taste3 cloves garlic, minced1 green bell pepper, diced1 onion, diced1 15-oz. can crushed tomatoes3 tablespoons gochujang sauce2 tablespoons ketchup2 teaspoons soy sauce2 teaspoons whole grain mustard4 brioche burger buns, for servingSliced cucumber, for servingScallions, to garnishSesame seeds, to garnish Add ground beef to a skillet over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.Add garlic, bell pepper, and onion. Cook until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.Stir in crushed tomatoes, gochujang sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, and mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 10 to 15 minutes.Serve over burger buns. Garnish with sliced cucumber, scallions, and sesame seeds. Main CourseAmericanGochujang Sloppy Joes Smoked Meatloaf Forget the oven – this meatloaf is smoked to perfection, packed with flavor, and finished with a delicious glaze. 4 slices day old Italian bread, torn into 1/2” chunks1 1/2 cup buttermilk2 lbs. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)1 large yellow onion, finely diced and lightly sautéed, room temperature1 red pepper, finely diced and lightly sautéed, room temperature2 cups finely diced mushrooms, lightly sautéed, room temperature1/4 cup Omaha Steaks Seasoning2 large eggs1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped1/2 cup dried bread crumbs1 cup sauce, favorite sweet and tangy BBQ sauce Combine the bread chunks and buttermilk. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate.Light your grill and set it up for two zone cooking. Add a large chunk of oak wood and establish the temperature at 385°F.In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients (except sauce, and two tablespoons of the parsley) with buttermilk-soaked bread and mix with hands, being careful not to overwork the mixture. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for ten minutes while the grill is preheating.Form the mixture into two equally sized loaves on the parchment paper.Transfer the parchment paper to a wire cooling rack, then place the rack on the grill over indirect heat. Allow the loaves to smoke for 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 155°F.Glaze each loaf with the sauce and allow them to continue to smoke for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 160°F.Remove the loaves from the grill and garnish with remaining parsley.Slice and serve hot with Omaha Steaks Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans in Butter Sauce. Main CourseAmericansmoked meatloaf Cheesy Bacon and Beer Sloppy Joes If you love a flavor-packed sloppy joe, you need to try this cheesy bacon and beer sloppy joe recipe. Everything cooks up in one skillet and it's absolutely delicious. 1 lb. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)8 slices Omaha Steaks Applewood Smoked Steak-Cut Bacon (cooked)1 small yellow onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup beer, lager or amber ale work well1/2 cup beef broth1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, for extra heatSalt and black pepper1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese4 hamburger buns, toasted Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.Add the onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.Add the beer to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for a few minutes until the beer reduces slightly.Stir in the beef broth, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.Assemble the sandwiches: Divide the sloppy joe mixture among the toasted hamburger buns. Top each with 2 slices of bacon and enjoy! Main CourseAmericanSloppy Joes French Onion Meatballs These French onion meatballs are going to be your new go-to comfort food! Caramelized Onions2 tablespoons butter4 small yellow onions, thinly sliced1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon beef bouillon pasteMeatballs1 lb. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded1 egg1 tablespoon milk1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon garlic powder3 springs fresh thyme, destemmed, plus more for garnish1 cup beef stock1 1/2 cups Gruyere cheese, shredded Caramelized OnionsMelt the butter in a large pan on medium-low heat. Then add the onions. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the onions start to sweat and soften.Uncover the pan and stir in the Worcestershire sauce and beef bouillon paste. Cook uncovered on low heat, stirring regularly for another 20-30 minutes until the onions are caramelized.MeatballsIn a large bowl, combine half of the caramelized onion mixture with the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, and seasonings. Mix to combine and then form into 1-inch balls.Cook your meatballs until no longer pink inside, using your desired cooking method. We like to air fry the meatballs for 12 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.Meanwhile, add 1 cup of beef stock to the remaining onions and simmer to turn into a sauce.Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to an oven safe pan, top with the onion sauce, and Gruyere cheese.Broil on low for a few minutes until cheese is melted, then remove from the oven and garnish with additional thyme. Lasagna Soup If you love a classic ground beef lasagna, but are looking for a simpler weeknight recipe, you're going to love this lasagna soup. 1 lb. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)Salt and pepper, to taste3 tablespoons olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced1 medium onion, diced1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes1 teaspoon dried parsley1 teaspoon dried oregano1 pinch red pepper flakes4 cups low sodium chicken stock2 cups curly pasta noodles1 cup mozzarella1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseCreamy ricotta, to garnishFresh basil, to garnish Add the ground beef to a heavy bottom pot over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.Add olive oil, garlic, and onions. Cook until softened, about 4 to 6 minutes. Next, add tomatoes, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, and chicken stock. Bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and let cook for 15 minutes.Add the noodles and cook to al dente, about 10 minutes.Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan. When ready to serve, garnish with a dollop of ricotta and fresh basil. SoupItalianLasagna Soup Patty Melt Don't miss out on this diner classic! This patty melt is an explosion of flavor that will satisfy your comfort food cravings. Patty Melt2 lbs. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (formed into four equally sized thin patties)4 slices Omaha Steaks Applewood-Smoked Steak Cut Bacon4 thick slices white bread, or rye buttered on one side with a total of 1/4 cup salted butter2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced1 1/2 sticks salted butterDressing1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup sriracha1 tablespoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper DressingCombine all ingredients for the dressing in a mixing bowl. Whisk together and set aside.Patty MeltLight griddle and set to medium high heat. Place a large cast iron skillet on the griddle surface and preheat griddle and skillet for 10 minutes.Add butter to the cast iron skillet and let it melt. Once melted, add sliced onions. Allow them to cook down and caramelize for 30 minutes, stirring often.When onions have been cooking for about 15 minutes, add bacon to the griddle and cook to desired doneness. When bacon is halfway done, flip it and add beef patties to the griddle.Cook beef patties for two minutes, then flip. Add two slices of cheese to each patty and allow it to melt while cooking the patty for an additional two minutes, for four minutes total. Remove the patties and bacon from the griddle, and the onions from the skillet.Butter one side of each bread slice with 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the bread, butter side down, to the griddle and allow it to brown on one side. About one minute.Remove the bread and place two slices browned side down on a cutting board. Apply dressing, and top with two burger patties, bacon, caramelized onions, and additional dressing. Top each with another slice of bread, slice in half, and serve hot. Main CourseAmericanPatty Melt Butter Burgers Get ready for the juiciest burger of your life. This viral recipe is a must-try for all burger fans. Butter Burger:2 lbs. Omaha Steaks Ultra-Premium Ground Beef (thawed)1 stick unsalted butter, frozen2 teaspoons kosher salt2 teaspoons fresh black pepper2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat, or neutral oil4 slices American cheeseCaramelized onionsGarlic aioli4 brioche buns, toastedCaramelized Onions:2 large onions, sliced thin2 tbsp dark brown sugar1/3 cup beef stock1 tsp kosher salt Butter Burgers:Grate the frozen butter into a large mixing bowl using a fine box grater. Then add the ground beef to the butter. Mix the meat and butter together with your hands until the butter is well incorporated. Then, form 4 equal-sized patties, careful not to over work the patties. Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper.Add the rendered bacon fat or neutral oil to a large frying pan over medium high heat. When the fat just starts to smoke, add the patties to the pan. Allow them to cook for 2-3 minutes before flipping them. Add the cheese to the burger and cook for 2-3 minutes or until desired doneness is achieved. *Option - The cheese can also be melted using an inexpensive cheese melting pan, then added to the burger for some extra gooey cheese.Remove the patties from the pan and place them on a cooling rack to rest.NOTE* The burgers will be dripping; put double layer of paper towel under the cooling rack helps prevent a messy clean up.Caramelized Onions:Add the sliced onions into the hot pan and allow them to cook down in the rendered fat for 2 minutes, until they start to soften.Then, deglaze the pan with the beef stock, and add in the brown sugar and salt. Move the onions around the pan often, until dark and caramelized, about 5 more minutes.Assembly:Place the burger patties on a toasted bun, top with caramelized onions, and a dollop of garlic aioli, and serve hot with Omaha Steaks Gourmet Steakhouse Fries. Main CourseAmericanButter Burger Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf This meatloaf has everything you love - premium ground beef, smoked bacon, pickles, cheese, and a tangy, sweet glaze. 2 lbs. Omaha Steaks premium ground beef (thawed)1 lb. Omaha Steaks Applewood Smoked Steak-Cut Bacon (thawed)1 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs½ cup milk¾ cup ketchup (divided)1 T. Omaha Steaks Seasoning (or your favorite all-purpose seasoning)2 T. Worcestershire sauce2 large eggs (beaten)8 oz. shredded cheese or 8 slices American cheese½ cup pickles (diced)1 T. brown sugar1 T. yellow mustard Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. In a large bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, milk, ¼ cup ketchup, Omaha Steaks Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and beaten eggs. Let sit 5 minutes, then add ground beef and mix with your hands until combined.Place half of the ground beef mixture on lined baking sheet. Form beef mixture into oval and lightly flatten. Place shredded or sliced cheese down the middle of the beef mixture and top with diced pickles, leaving a 1” edge around the outside. Top with remaining beef mixture and form into a large oval. Place bacon strips on top of the meatloaf, tucking any overhanging bacon under the meatloaf.Place meatloaf on the center of the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the center of the meatloaf registers 165°F using a thermometer.Meanwhile, to make the glaze, combine the remaining ½ cup ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard in a small bowl.After 60 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and turn oven heat to high broil. Brush the meatloaf with the glaze and return it to the oven on the center rack. Broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the glaze gets shiny and the bacon starts to crisp.When done, remove the meatloaf from the oven, let stand 20 minutes, then slice and serve. 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