Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish that brings warmth to any table. This ground beef rice casserole recipe blends savory beef, creamy rice, and melty cheese for an easy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g ground beef
- 1 cup 200g cooked white rice
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup 50g shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
- ¼ cup 60g sour cream
- ½ tsp 2g garlic powder
- ½ tsp 3g kosher salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper or to taste
- 1 small onion finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Beef
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish. In a large skillet over medium heat, I brown 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5–7 minutes. If using, I add 1 chopped onion halfway through cooking. I drain excess fat and let the beef cool slightly.
Mix the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, I combine the cooked beef, 1 cup cooked rice, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. I stir until everything is well blended, creating a creamy mixture.
Assemble and Bake
- I spread the mixture evenly in the greased casserole dish. For extra cheesiness, I sprinkle an additional ¼ cup shredded cheddar on top. I bake for 20–25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
Serve
- I let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot, scooping generous portions onto plates.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or bell peppers for added nutrition and flavor.
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