Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
A warm, cheesy casserole filled with savory ground beef and fluffy rice, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the ground beef with the chopped onion and seasonings.
- Add the rice and beef broth to the skillet.
- Simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Incorporate the shredded cheese until melted.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For added creaminess, stir in some cream or sour cream with the cheese. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://www.nailzspa.com/ground-beef-rice-casserole-cheese/