Ground lamb is great in everything from British shepherd's pies to boldly spiced Middle Eastern kofta. Swap it into any recipe that calls for ground beef and instantly add an earthy, gamey flavor.

Our best recipe for moussaka has layers of eggplant, rich tomato sauce with ground lamb, and a pillowy, bronzed béchamel top. Plus: It can be made ahead. With its keema-inspired ground-lamb ...