Description
A warm, cozy, and filling casserole made with ground beef, cooked rice, and a creamy cheddar sauce that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Units
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (85/15 recommended) (Drain excess grease after browning.)
- 3 cups Cooked rice (white or brown) (Use leftover rice for convenience.)
- 1 medium Onion, diced (Can substitute with onion powder if in a pinch.)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (Add in the last minute of browning the beef.)
- 1 can Cream of mushroom soup (Can substitute with cream of chicken or cream of celery.)
- 1/2 cup Milk or broth (Use to loosen the sauce.)
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded (Freshly shredded is preferred for better melting.)
- to taste Salt and pepper (Season the beef while it cooks.)
- optional Paprika, Italian seasoning, or chili powder (For additional flavor.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef with the diced onion in a skillet until fully cooked, then stir in the minced garlic for the last minute.
- Drain excess grease from the beef.
- Stir in the cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, and milk or broth until well combined and creamy.
- Season the filling with salt, pepper, and any additional spices desired.
Assembly and Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the beef and rice mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until edges are bubbling and the center is hot.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
This casserole is flexible; feel free to add veggies or different types of cheese. It’s great for leftovers and freezes well without the cheese topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
