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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

A comforting and budget-friendly casserole made with ground beef, rice, gooey cheese, and savory seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked rice (long-grain is ideal)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup can be replaced with a homemade white sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 cup beef broth (or water)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional vegetables (like peas or bell peppers) for extra nutrition

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, rice, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, half of the cheese, and salt and pepper. Stir until everything is well mixed.
  4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Cooking
  1. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  3. After pulling it from the oven, let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish can be customized with taco seasoning for a Mexican twist or various vegetables based on your preference. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.