Mom's Rice Casserole

Bring comfort food to your table with Mom's Rice Casserole, a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender long-grain rice, savory ground beef or turkey, and a medley of vibrant mixed vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd, this easy-to-make casserole is layered with the creamy goodness of cream of mushroom soup, tangy diced tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese for an irresistibly rich flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this baked dish delivers a one-pan dinner that's both nourishing and nostalgic. Garnished with fresh herbs for a touch of brightness, this family-favorite recipe is a go-to meal solution that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 10.5-ounce can of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes, drained
• 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans, corn)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
• 1 tablespoon parsley or fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 5

Stir the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into the beef mixture. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, ground beef mixture, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes, frozen mixed vegetables, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Garnish with parsley or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2274.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3258.4

Total Fat 181.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 605.2mg	0%
Sodium 4828.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 162.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1959.3mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 2999.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 30.3%