Description
A comforting casserole that combines flavorful ground beef with cheesy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Vegetables like peas, corn, or bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned and drain excess fat.
- Combine the cooked rice, beef, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve after letting it cool for a few minutes.
Notes
A generous layer of cheese is essential for a gooey finish. This dish keeps well for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, beef, cheesy, comfort food, dinner, easy recipe