🧀🍚 Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole
This Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole is a comfort-food classic—rich, hearty, and cheesy with tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and a creamy mushroom base. It’s easy to prep, kid-friendly, and perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
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1 ½ pounds ground beef
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2 cups cooked white rice
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1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
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½ cup milk
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
Directions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
2. Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Sauté Onions and Season
Add the diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the onions are soft and fragrant.
4. Prepare the Creamy Mixture
In a medium bowl, mix condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
5. Combine Beef, Rice, and Sauce
Add the cooked rice to the beef mixture, then stir in the cream and cheese mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
6. Bake
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
7. Serve
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, cheesy casserole!