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Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole (Easy Family Meal!)

Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole: A Simple Family Favorite!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make cheesy beef and rice casserole that the whole family will love.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is cooked through.
  3. Drain excess fat and stir in the rice, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the frozen peas and half of the cheddar cheese.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra flavor.
  • This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole, Easy Family Meal, Casserole Recipe