Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory ground beef, tender rice, and gooey cheese into a delightful one-pan dish. This delicious casserole, infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup mix and beef broth, is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Topped with crispy fried onions and melted cheese, it promises satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite vegetables or cheeses, this dish is ideal for serving a crowd while making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- ½ cup French-fried onions
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a mixing bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth. Stir in the cooked beef and sour cream until well mixed.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes covered; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Top with French-fried onions and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg