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French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Comforting French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole Bliss

This French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a delightful blend of rich flavors and gooey cheese that elevates weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Uncooked Rice or brown rice for added fiber
  • 1 packet French Onion Soup Mix or homemade for a fresher taste
  • 2 cups Beef Broth or chicken broth for a variation
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for lower fat
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese e.g., cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 cup French-fried Onions or breadcrumbs for an alternative
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth. Stir well until blended and slightly soupy.
  4. Gently stir in the cooked ground beef and sour cream until well combined, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for about 40 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  8. Sprinkle French-fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. Adjust seasoning gradually to your taste due to sodium content in soup mix and broths.

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