Ship Wrecked Dinner

Dive into wholesome comfort with this one-dish wonder, Ship Wrecked Dinner! Packed with layers of hearty ground beef, tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and vibrant peppers, this oven-baked casserole is bound together by a rich tomato-based sauce infused with fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme. What makes this crowd-pleaser truly unique is its use of uncooked rice that cooks to perfection right in the dish, absorbing all the savory flavors as it bakes. With minimal prep and just one pan needed, this family-friendly meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Top it with melted cheddar cheese for an optional, indulgent finishing touch, and watch it disappear in seconds! Perfect for those searching for easy dinner ideas, one-pot casserole recipes, or hearty comfort food dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced into thin rounds
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3

Spread the cooked ground beef evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 4

Layer the diced onion, sliced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced green bell pepper on top of the ground beef, in that order.

Step 5

Sprinkle the uncooked rice evenly over the vegetable layers.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, water, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme. Mix well to create the sauce.

Step 7

Pour the sauce evenly over the layers in the baking dish, ensuring the rice and vegetables are thoroughly covered.

Step 8

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam, which will help cook the rice and vegetables evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 10

If you'd like to add a cheesy topping, remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the Ship Wrecked Dinner rest for 5 minutes after removing it from the oven. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2925.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2889.9

Total Fat 123.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 421.1mg	0%
Sodium 4478.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 140.2g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1172.7mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 5842.2mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 43.5%