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Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Easy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole for Ultimate Comfort

This Ground Beef and Rice Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice any type of cooked rice
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup or cream of chicken soup
  • 0.5 cup Milk or Beef Broth
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown ground beef and diced onion for 5-7 minutes, draining excess fat.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk or beef broth, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  5. In the baking dish, combine cooked rice, beef mixture, and half of the cheese. Pour the sauce over and mix gently.
  6. Top with remaining cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Uncover, and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese is crispy, being careful not to burn.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated cheese and pre-cooked rice. You can add vegetables for extra nutrition.

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