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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

This Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a hearty dish combining savory flavors and creamy goodness, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can swap for ground turkey or chicken
  • 2 cups Long-Grain White Rice Avoid instant rice
  • 1 can French Onion Soup Feel free to use homemade
  • 1 can Beef Consommé Can be replaced with beef broth
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Spread the uncooked long-grain rice evenly across the bottom.
  4. Layer the cooked ground beef over the rice evenly.
  5. Pour the French onion soup and beef consommé over the beef and rice.
  6. Dot the top with small pats of unsalted butter.
  7. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 60-75 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  8. Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to brown the top.
  9. Let it sit for a few minutes, fluff the rice gently with a fork, and garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Can assemble in advance and refrigerate for 24 hours before baking.

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