Hunger changes the tone of dinner. Instead of something light, we need meals that feel solid and complete. These 19 beef recipes bring slow braises, smoky cuts, and steakhouse-level flavor that truly satisfies. It’s the kind of food that quiets the room.

Plate of sous vide short ribs with gravy, garnished with herbs, served on mashed potatoes and vegetables, including carrots and celery.
Beer Braised 48 Hour Sous Vide Short Ribs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Smoked Brisket Chili

Smoked brisket chili topped with onions and herbs served hot in a cast iron bowl.
Smoked Brisket Chili. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Thick chili packed with smoked brisket and bold spices. It’s the kind of bowl that fills you up fast.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Brisket Chili

Boiled Corned Beef and Cabbage

Boiled corned beef with cabbage wedges and carrots served steaming on a large platter.
Boiled Corned Beef and Cabbage. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Classic corned beef simmered until tender with cabbage and potatoes. Straightforward, hearty, and built to satisfy.
Get the Recipe: Boiled Corned Beef and Cabbage

Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger

Garlic butter bacon cheeseburger with melted cheese and crispy bacon stacked high.
Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Juicy beef layered with bacon, garlic butter, and melted cheese. No one walks away from this still hungry.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger

Cowboy Butter Burgers

Cowboy butter burgers stacked high with melted butter spread and herbs on toasted buns.
Cowboy Butter Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Bold burgers topped with rich, seasoned cowboy butter. Big flavor that handles big appetites.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Butter Burgers

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Air fryer steak bites coated in garlic butter served hot with crispy browned edges.
Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Tender steak bites coated in garlic butter and crisped in the air fryer. We can have steak-level satisfaction in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Roast Beef Sliders with Horseradish Sauce

Roast beef sliders layered with horseradish sauce on toasted buns ready to serve.
Roast Beef Sliders with Horseradish Sauce. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Thin-sliced roast beef piled onto soft rolls with sharp horseradish sauce. Small sandwiches that eat like a full meal.
Get the Recipe: Roast Beef Sliders with Horseradish Sauce

Cast Iron Skillet Steak – How to Cook a Steak with a Cast Iron Skillet

Cast iron steak with a deep sear and butter juices pooling in the pan.
Cast Iron Skillet Steak – How to Cook a Steak with a Cast Iron Skillet. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

A well-seared steak with a crisp crust and juicy center. Sometimes simple steak is all we need.
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Skillet Steak – How to Cook a Steak with a Cast Iron Skillet

Ultimate French Onion Pasta with Steak

Creamy French onion pasta topped with sliced steak and caramelized onions in a deep bowl.
Ultimate French Onion Pasta with Steak. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Tender steak folded into rich, onion-loaded pasta with melted cheese. Comfort and substance in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Ultimate French Onion Pasta with Steak

Broiled Hanger Steak Tacos with Chimichurri

Broiled hanger steak tacos topped with chimichurri, onions, and fresh cilantro on warm tortillas.
Broiled Hanger Steak Tacos with Chimichurri. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Broiled hanger steak tucked into tacos with bright chimichurri. Balanced flavor with serious heft.
Get the Recipe: Broiled Hanger Steak Tacos with Chimichurri

Guinness Beef Stew Recipe

Guinness beef stew with deep rich broth and chunks of beef and vegetables.
Guinness Beef Stew Recipe. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Beef simmered in stout with vegetables until thick and rich. A stew that lingers and fills you up.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beef Stew Recipe

Smashed Crack Burgers

Smashed crack burgers with crisp edges and melted cheese stacked on toasted buns.
Smashed Crack Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Crispy-edged smashed burgers layered with bold seasoning. They disappear fast but leave everyone satisfied.
Get the Recipe: Smashed Crack Burgers

Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Lentils, Turnips and Carrots

Beef stew with lentils, turnips, and carrots slow-cooked to tenderness in a rustic bowl.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Lentils, Turnips and Carrots. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Beef and vegetables slow-cooked into a thick, hearty stew. We let it simmer while hunger builds.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Lentils, Turnips and Carrots

Pan Seared Chuck Eye Steaks

Pan-seared chuck eye steaks sliced to show juicy pink centers with browned crust.
Pan Seared Chuck Eye Steaks. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Budget-friendly chuck eye steaks seared until crusty outside and tender inside. Steakhouse feel without the steakhouse bill.
Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Chuck Eye Steaks

French Onion Meatballs

French onion meatballs covered in melted cheese and caramelized onions in a deep skillet.
French Onion Meatballs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Beef meatballs smothered in rich onion gravy and melted cheese. Comfort that actually carries weight.
Get the Recipe: French Onion Meatballs

Smoked Tri-Tip

Smoked tri-tip sliced thin to reveal rosy center and seasoned bark edges.
Smoked Tri-Tip. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Tri-tip smoked low and slow with deep beefy flavor. A slice or two goes a long way.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Tri-Tip

Sous Vide Hanger Steak Frites

Sous vide hanger steak frites with sliced steak and crispy fries arranged beside it.
Sous Vide Hanger Steak Frites. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Precisely cooked hanger steak paired with crisp fries. We get steakhouse satisfaction at home.
Get the Recipe: Sous Vide Hanger Steak Frites

Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos

Grilled skirt steak tacos topped with onions, cilantro, and lime on warm tortillas.
Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Charred skirt steak sliced thin and layered into tacos. Big flavor packed into every bite.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos

Smoked Prime Rib on a Pellet Grill

Smoked prime rib with seasoned crust sliced into thick juicy pieces on a cutting board.
Smoked Prime Rib on a Pellet Grill. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Prime rib smoked until rosy and tender with a bold crust. This is the kind of dinner that commands the table.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Prime Rib on a Pellet Grill

Beer Braised 48 Hour Sous Vide Short Ribs

Sous vide short ribs seared golden and served with their rich braising juices.
Beer Braised 48 Hour Sous Vide Short Ribs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Deeply tender short ribs braised with beer and cooked low and slow. The richness alone tells you this is a serious meal.
Get the Recipe: Beer Braised 48 Hour Sous Vide Short Ribs

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About the Author

Kita Roberts is the meat maven and award-winning recipe developer behind Girl Carnivore®, with 15+ years of grilling, smoking, and cooking experience. Her recipes are tested on everything from backyard grills to professional smokers – and always built for real home cooks.
As the lead creative force behind Girl Carnivore®, she is widely recognized as an authority on all things meat.

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