Description
A comforting and delicious casserole that combines ground beef, fluffy rice, and zesty tomatoes, topped with creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked.
- Stir in the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Incorporate the drained diced tomatoes and beef broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the rice and let cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the top with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes, then uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add chili powder or diced jalapeños for extra flavor. Consider using healthier options like brown rice or ground turkey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg