Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole – your new family favorite!Ingredients:– 1 lb ground beef– 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked– 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained– 1 cup beef broth– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese– 1 medium onion, chopped– 1 cup bell pepper, chopped– 2 cloves garlic, minced– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning– 1/2 teaspoon salt– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper– Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)Directions:Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.Cook the Ground Beef:In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.Combine the Ingredients:Stir in the uncooked rice, diced tomatoes (with their juice), beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients evenly.Transfer to the Baking Dish:Pour the beef and rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.Bake:Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.Add the Cheese:Remove the casserole from the oven and carefully remove the foil. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.Serve:Let the Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting, cheesy dish with your family!Keywords: cheesy ground beef casserole, rice casserole recipe, easy dinner idea, family-friendly meal, comfort food, cheesy casserole, beef and rice dishPrep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hourKcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings
Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
