Description
A delicious and comforting casserole featuring layers of ground beef, tender rice, and melted cheese, making it a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for another 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Mix in the cooked rice, cream of soup, and milk or broth, stirring until fully combined.
- Add one cup of shredded cheddar cheese, paprika, and seasonings to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
- Serve with a sprinkle of chopped parsley on top.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Leftovers reheat well and can also be frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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