Beef became my favorite grocery buy after years of working with it in burgers, tacos, casseroles, slow-cooked roasts, and stuffed vegetables. These 9 recipes show the range that changed my mind, from quick air fryer bites to layered lasagna and a hands-off rump roast. Each one brings a different texture, method, and way to place beef at the center of the plate. The collection makes it easier to pick up a package at the store and already know where dinner can go.
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