Best 7 Beef In A Cup Recipes

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Beef in a cup is a simple yet delicious dish that can be easily prepared in a single serving. This culinary delight is perfect for those who are short on time or for those who prefer portion-controlled meals. With a variety of flavors and ingredients to choose from, beef in a cup offers a customizable and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you prefer a savory beef stew or a creamy beef and rice casserole, this article has something for everyone. So, grab a cup and get ready to explore the world of beef in a cup recipes!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BARBECUE BEEF CUPS



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This is a quick and easy recipe given to me by a friend. My family loves it.

Provided by Karen

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ pound lean ground beef
½ cup barbeque sauce
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 (12 ounce) package refrigerated biscuit dough
⅓ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease the cups of a muffin pan.
  • In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, cook beef until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Stir in barbeque sauce and dried onion. Simmer for a few minutes over low heat.
  • Flatten each biscuit, and press into cups of the prepared muffin pan. Make sure the dough comes to the top of the pan. Spoon a portion of the meat mixture into each dough cup.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 3 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 45.8 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 874.3 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

CHEESEBURGER CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: refrigerated biscuit, ground beef, ketchup, worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, cheese, topping of your choice

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Snacks

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can refrigerated biscuit, 8 biscuits
1 lb ground beef
½ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
8 slices cheese, small slices
topping of your choice

Steps:

  • Crumble and cook the beef in a skillet adding salt and pepper to season. Drain.
  • Mix in ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, and brown sugar.
  • Grease a muffin tin, and line 8 cups with the refrigerated biscuits.
  • Divide the meat mixture among the 8 cups.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, until the biscuit dough is brown.
  • Top with cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes.
  • Top with your favorite toppings and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 9 grams

FAVORITE MEAT LOAF CUPS



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My family enjoys meat loaf, but sometimes I can't spare the hour or more it takes to bake in the traditional shape. A quick alternative is to divide the meat mixture into muffin cups for individual servings that are ready in less than 30 minutes. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
4 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Additional ketchup, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Press into 12 foil-lined or greased muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 160°. Drain before serving. Drizzle with ketchup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein.

BEEF IN A CUP



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A tasty lunch time treat. Great for lunchboxes. I usually double the recipe, as they can be easily reheated in the microwave.

Provided by Cullinaryjudge

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, etc.)
10 ounces refrigerated biscuits (10-12 count)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Brown beef, drain off fat.
  • Return beef to skillet add ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, onion salt, garlic powder and pepper.
  • Let simmer 5 minutes.
  • Spray muffin tins with Pam*.
  • Press biscuits in tin, pressing to cover bottom and sides.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup (approximately) of meat mixture into each biscuit lined cup.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 38.1, Sodium 616.5, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 9, Protein 12.8

13 BEEF CUBE RECIPES



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We have some scrumptious beef cube recipes for you to choose from, such as beef tenderloin lollipops, beef pot pie, and braised beef cubes.

Provided by Renee' Groskreutz

Number Of Ingredients 13

Prosciutto Wrapped Beef Cubes
Steak Bites
Beef Tenderloin Lollipops
Beef Pot Pie
Korean Beef And Rice
Beef Tips
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Air Fryer Steak Bites
Asian Beef Cubes And Potatoes
Chicken Fried Beef Cubes
Honey Garlic Steak Bites
Chili Lime Steak Bites
Slow Braised Beef Cubes

Steps:

  • Choose one or more options from our list of beef cube recipes here!
  • Create your new favorite dish.
  • Pat yourself on the back for making food at home for you to enjoy!
  • Share and comment! Did you make any tweaks, so it's all your own?

SPICY BEEF IN LETTUCE CUPS



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Just about any large leaf lettuce can be used to create cups or folded packets for this spicy Szechuan-style dish of ground beef. The filling is also good on flour tortillas or pita pockets with shredded lettuce. It makes a great warm weather light dinner, perfect for sharing with friends! This recipe was printed in the food section of the December 17, 2008 Houston Chronicle and was adapted from "Quick and Easy Chinese".

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Meat

Time 32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry (or white wine or Shaoxing wine)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces water chestnuts, drained and diced
3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon sesame oil
20 cup-shaped lettuce leaves (such as iceberg,bibb or Boston)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl,combine soy sauce,sherry,cornstarch, sugar and salt; stir well and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, use a spoon to break up the ground beef; gently mix in soy-sauce mixture. Set aside 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat wok or large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
  • Add oil and swirl to coat pan; add ginger and garlic.
  • Cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant but not browned.
  • Crumble in beef, and use spatula or large slotted spoon to break it up and spread meat over pan to help it cook evenly.
  • Cook until it changes color on one side, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Turn meat and cook another minute undisturbed.
  • Toss well, using a spatula to break up any large chunks.
  • When meat is cooked, add pepper flakes and scallions, then toss well.
  • Add sesame oil and remove from heat, tossing until sesame oil is well blended.
  • Transfer meat to serving plate; serve hot,warm or at room temperature.
  • Arrange lettuce cups on serving platter; fill each with a spoonful of beef or provide lettuce cups and plate of beef and let guests assemble lettuce packets themselves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 1127.3, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 15.5

MEAL IN A MUG



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Reports Geraldine Grisdale of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, "Noodles, beans and ground beef makes this a warm hearty lunch. It's especially nice during the colder months."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
2 cups water
1 can (21 ounces) pork and beans, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 envelope sloppy joe mix
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add water, pork and beans, tomatoes and sloppy joe mix. Bring to a boil; add macaroni and reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until the macaroni is almost cooked. Pour into thermoses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: For this recipe, it's best to use a lean cut of beef that is tender and flavorful. Some good options include flank steak, sirloin steak, or tenderloin steak.
  • Slice the beef thinly: This will help the beef cook quickly and evenly.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, garlic, and ginger will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Use a hot wok: A hot wok will help to sear the beef quickly and create a nice crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the wok: When cooking the beef, don't overcrowd the wok or the beef will steam instead of sear.
  • Stir-fry the beef in batches: If you are cooking a large amount of beef, cook it in batches to ensure that it is cooked evenly.
  • Serve the beef immediately: Beef in a cup is best served immediately after it is cooked, while it is still hot and tender.

Conclusion:

Beef in a cup is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With its simple ingredients and flavorful marinade, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beef in a cup a try!

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