The Lazy Cook's Secret To Perfectly Browned Ground Beef Every Time - Tasting Table

"Instead of cooking ground beef in a pan on your stovetop, where you constantly have to stir and mix it to prevent it from burning, try cooking it on a sheet pan. All you need to do is spread your ground beef out on a pan and bake it until it's cooked through."

"This hack is particularly useful for burgers, so it's not surprising that it's why it went viral in the first place. You can easily slice a pack of slider buns or Hawaiian rolls in half, transfer the ground beef 'mega burger' onto it, add your cheese slices, and finish off the tray with the top half of the buns."

"You could also use it for sheet pan nachos. Sure, it won't crisp up the chips like it would in an easy baked nachos recipe, but what it does allow you to do is bake the ground beef, add the cheese toward the end of the cooking time, then flop the meat and your favorite nacho toppings on."

Cooking ground beef on a sheet pan is an efficient method that reduces the need for constant attention. By spreading ground beef on a pan and baking it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, the meat cooks evenly without burning. This technique is particularly useful for making burgers and sheet pan nachos, allowing for easy preparation and serving. The method ensures that nacho chips remain crisp while the beef is cooked thoroughly, making it ideal for gatherings.

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