7 Ground Beef Recipes for Every Night of the Week

7 Ground Beef Dinners for Every Night of the Week

Consider dinner handled.

Updated on May 6, 2024

homemade hamburger helper in a white bowl — Photo:
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

If you have a pound of ground beef, your dinner options are pretty much endless (and a little daunting). That's why we put together this list of seven ground beef dinners to make each night of the week—all you have to do is cook!

01 of 08

Monday: Cowboy Spaghetti

cast iron skillet with spaghetti with cheese and bacon — TheDailyGourmet

"Everyone will love this cowboy spaghetti, a fun twist with bacon, cheese, and pasta in a spicy beef and tomato sauce. The best part is that it’s a one-dish meal, cooked in a cast iron skillet." —TheDailyGourmet

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02 of 08

Tuesday: Homemade Hamburger Helper

"This homemade hamburger helper is far better than the boxed mix. With fresh spices, and a hint of tomato, it's beefy, cheesy, savory, and has all the makings of a weeknight family favorite." —Amanda Stanfield

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03 of 08

Wednesday: 5 Ingredient Cheesy Taco Soup

terra cotta bowl of cheesy taco soup on table with tortilla chips, spoon, and blue check napkin — SoupLovingNicole

"Five ingredients and water is all you'll need to get this 5 ingredient cheesy taco soup on the dinner table in no time." —Nicole Russell

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04 of 08

Thursday: Tex-Mex Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

white plate of cubed potatoes, ground beef, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, and cilantro on a bright green, yellow, and teal striped napkin

"Sometimes you want a Southwest or Tex-Mex dish that dosen't have corn meal, beans, corn or flour tortillas. This recipe fills the bill. Absolutely delicious." —Rowen

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05 of 08

Friday: Hamburgers with Grilled Apple and Chili Crisp

closeup of hamburger with grilled onion and grilled apple — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This one pot creamy ground beef and orzo is a weeknight winner because it uses one pan, requires only a little hands-on work, and is ready in about 40 minutes." —TheDailyGourmet

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06 of 08

Saturday: Southwestern-Style Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

closeup of red rectangular casserole dish with beef, potatoes, corn, jalapenos, and tomatoes; pita on the side

"This ground beef and potato casserole is hearty comfort food with a little kick and Southwestern flair." —Pat Bernitt

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07 of 08

Sunday: Big Mac Casserole

Big Mac casserole with cheese topped with lettuce — Dotdash Meredish Video Studio

"This big mac casserole combines all the flavors from your favorite burger: tasty ground beef, cheese, and mayo topped with lettuce. Hash brown patties stand in for the buns." —Nicole McLaughlin

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08 of 08

More Inspiration

close up view of beef stroganoff in a pan, next to a kitchen towel — DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

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