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Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: N/A

Description

A comforting and delicious casserole made with ground beef, rice, and cheese that evokes warm family memories.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or other vegetables

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
  4. Stir in rice, beef broth, and any optional vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, you can use beef broth infused with herbs. Experiment with different cheeses for variety.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: casserole, beef, comfort food, easy recipe, family dinner