Cheesy Beef and Rice Casserole: A Family Favorite Delight!
A comforting and delicious casserole made with ground beef, rice, and plenty of cheese, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the rice, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding your favorite spices or herbs.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg