Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
Hearty Cheesetastic Beef and Rice Bake
Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons butter
¾ cup chopped onions
2 ½ cups beef broth
1 ¼ cups uncooked long-grain white rice
10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
8 ounces sliced button mushrooms
2 cups cheddar cheese
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until they become translucent.
Stir in beef broth, remaining butter, and rice. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 10 minutes.
Add mushrooms, cover, and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Turn off the heat, keep covered, and let it stand for 10 minutes.
Mix in cooked ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, and half of the cheese. Stir to combine.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 80 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings
