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French Onion Ground Beef Rice Casserole

Savory French Onion Ground Beef Rice Casserole Delight

A comforting and family-friendly French Onion Ground Beef Rice Casserole perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for lean ground beef to avoid greasiness.
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Avoid quick-cooking rice as it may become mushy.
  • 1 can French Onion Soup Canned or homemade.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Used for sautéing onions.
  • 1 medium Onions Thinly sliced and caramelized.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or a Blend) Feel free to mix different cheeses.
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley (Optional) Adds a pop of freshness before serving.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 tablespoons Sour Cream For added creaminess.
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Can be used as a substitute; pre-cook it.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Brown it for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
  3. Melt a tablespoon of butter in the same skillet and sauté the thinly sliced onions for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Return the browned ground beef to the skillet, stir in the French onion soup, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the uncooked long-grain white rice until well-coated and transfer to the greased baking dish.
  6. Pour the mixture into the baking dish, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and bake for 45-50 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and sprinkle shredded cheese over the casserole; bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Once bubbly and golden, remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated unbaked for up to 2 days, just add extra baking time if baking from cold.

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