Description
A comforting and filling dish made with ground beef, creamy soup, rice, and cheese, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish and lightly grease it.
- Cook the beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Mix together the cream of mushroom soup and milk or beef broth in a separate bowl, then add paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooked rice, beef mixture, half of the shredded cheese, and sauce in the prepared baking dish.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheese.
- Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for convenient meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: casserole, beef, rice, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal, budget-friendly