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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

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A quick and easy hearty casserole combining ground beef, rice, creamy mushroom soup, and cheese for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups water or beef broth
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning if using. Drain excess grease and set beef aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Add water or beef broth and rice to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add sliced carrots and cover again. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until rice is tender. Do not stir during cooking.
  6. Turn off heat and let the rice stand covered for 10 minutes.
  7. Stir in cooked ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese until well combined.
  8. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  9. Cover casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For best results, do not stir the rice while it cooks to prevent it from becoming mushy. You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with homemade mushroom gravy for a fresher taste. This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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