Description
Cheddar-Crusted Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This hearty dish features savory ground beef paired with fluffy rice, all topped with a crispy layer of melted cheddar cheese. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks, as it combines rich flavors and textures that everyone will love. Simply layer your ingredients in one pan, bake until bubbly, and enjoy a deliciously filling meal that’s both easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion until translucent; add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings; mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and return to bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg