Description
Indulge in the hearty comfort of Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, a dish that combines savory ground beef with creamy goodness and fluffy rice. This family-friendly recipe is not only quick to prepare but also transforms pantry staples into a satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Each bite is filled with melted cheese and tender vegetables, making it an ultimate crowd-pleaser. The one-pot preparation means less cleanup and more time spent enjoying your delicious creation. Customize it with your favorite veggies or types of cheese to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground beef (85% lean)
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt/Pepper
- 3 Tablespoons butter (divided)
- ¾ cup onions (diced)
- 1 Tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 ¼ cups uncooked white long grain rice (not instant rice)
- 8 oz. sliced button mushrooms (washed)
- 10.5 oz. cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk (any kind)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté diced onions in the same pot until softened, then add minced garlic.
- Stir in beef broth and uncooked rice, bringing to a boil before reducing to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms on top without stirring; cover and cook for another 5–10 minutes until rice is tender.
- Allow resting covered for 10 minutes, then fold in cooked beef, cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake covered for about 20 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg