Description
Delectable Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese, and fluffy rice in a single dish. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this casserole offers a warm, satisfying meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a hearty meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, and half of the cheddar cheese; mix well.
- Stir in the sautéed beef mixture along with salt, pepper, and any herbs you like until evenly combined.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg