Description
A comforting and easy weeknight dinner that wraps you in warmth with every delicious bite, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1/2 cup milk or beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is fully browned and the onion has softened. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and allow it to cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk (or broth), paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble: In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked rice, beef mixture, half of the shredded cheese, and the creamy sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Top and bake: Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly across the top of the casserole. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Finish baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden. For a crispy topping, broil for 2 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm straight from the oven.
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg