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A golden, bubbly cheesy ground beef and rice casserole in a 9x13 baking dish.

Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 485 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup long -grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned and the onion is translucent.
  • Drain the rendered fat from the skillet then stir in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika, cooking for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, uncooked rice, beef broth, condensed soup, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread into an even layer.
  • Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  • Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top, and return to the oven for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes to set before serving.