Beef. The Class Favorite.
Back-to-school season is here — and providing meals full of 10 essential nutrients helps kids thrive in the classroom and stay energized throughout the day. To prepare you for a busy school year, Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.® shares quick meal solutions (utilizing leftovers for lunchboxes), A+ meal planning tips and beef resources to keep your family on budget and top of the class!
Beefy Lunchbox Favorites
Saucy Beef Wraps
Reminiscent of 'that' childhood sloppy sandwich, this Ground Beef wrap gets a dose of goodness from a tangy, homemade sauce and lots of veggies!
Beef Jerky Granola Bars
Beef Jerky blended with nuts, seeds, and fruit create wholesome and hearty snack bars. Bonus - make these ahead or before an activity to share with family or friends.
Spicy Asian Beef & Rice
Spice up lunch with this Asian beef & rice recipe. Sesame coated Tenderloin Steak served with rice, edamame and dipping sauce, is simply irresistible!
Quick Weeknight Meals
Cheesy Meatball Pockets
Use frozen meatballs to recreate a flavorful childhood favorite wrapped in fluffy biscuit dough and served with marinara.
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Air Fryer Greek Pitas
Looking for a way to use leftover beef? This recipe combines Greek flavors and fresh toppings for a tasty, weeknight meal the entire family will love.
Crispy Taco Eggrolls
Elevate the fiesta with these easy air fryer eggrolls that use leftover taco meat and shredded cheese. Serve with salsa, guacamole and sour cream to complete the meal.
Smart Recipe Collections
Slow Cooker Comforts
Treat yourself to an easy dinner tonight with these slow cooker meals. A few ingredients and some patience are all you need for a delicious, comforting meal.
Kid Friendly Fare
Tired of the same kids meals? Try something the whole family will love. Even the pickiest eaters will love these kid-friendly recipes.
Best. School. Lunch.
It's back-to-school time! These simple, nutritious, tasty recipes make sure your kids bring their beef favorites to school every day.
Beef on a Budget
With just a few simple ingredients, these budget-friendly meals will taste like a million bucks.
Make Weeknight Meals Easy for Back-to-School Season
The Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.® brand teams up with three chefs to share delicious dinner recipes perfect for families on the go.
Head Back to Class with Beef. It's What's For Dinner.®
Back to school lunch ideas to keep kids active on the field and sharp in the classroom.
How-To: Shredded Beef
Turn one beef roast into four incredible meals with this easy slow cooker recipe! Whether you're in the mood for Mexican tacos, BBQ sandwiches, Asian lettuce wraps or Indian-style naan wraps, this versatile recipe has you covered.
Beef Tips and Resources
Beef & Food Safety
Discover safe handling guidance, cooking tips and the proper way to store beef and leftovers.
One Dish Meals
It's not new news that busy parents need to get meals on the table quickly. But what makes it better? A nutritious meal using only one pan!
Batch Cooking Basics
Score an A+ and keep healthy meals on the table for the whole family with these meal planning tips.
More About Ground Beef
Ground Beef's versatility makes it one of America’s all-time favorite go-to cuts. It offers easy, delicious options for any meal and any occasion.