Description
A comforting and easy-to-make Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1/2 cup milk or beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion together until the beef is browned and the onions have softened. Drain any excess fat to avoid greasiness.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk or beef broth, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked rice, beef and onion mixture, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and the prepared sauce. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Top and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to heat through.
- Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Optional Broil: If you prefer a crispy cheese topping, broil the casserole for 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve the casserole hot for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom if preferred.
- Use beef broth instead of milk for a richer flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat covered in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
