Cheesy Beef and Rice Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Beef and Rice Bake—an easy, one-dish dinner that's packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender white rice, and a savory tomato base all topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, this casserole is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. A blend of Italian seasoning, garlic, and paprika adds a delicious depth of flavor, while green onions provide an optional fresh garnish for a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just under an hour, this family-friendly recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd and makes reheating leftovers a breeze. Perfectly craveable and crowd-pleasing, this cheesy casserole will become a repeat favorite in your dinner rotation!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
Step 3
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the uncooked rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Step 6
Transfer the rice and beef mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dish.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes. Optional: Sprinkle the top with sliced green onions for a pop of color and extra flavor.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1938.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2803.8 |
| Total Fat 156.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 563.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5383.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 201.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.6g | |
| Protein 158.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1877.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2862.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories