Cheesy Ground Beef Rice (Printable Version)
Savory beef, rice, and melted cheddar baked together for a warm, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
1 pound ground beef
→ Grains
02 -
1 cup cooked white rice
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 cup diced onion
→ Spices
04 -
2 teaspoons garlic powder
→ Canned Goods
05 -
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
→ Liquids
06 -
1 cup chicken broth
→ Dairy
07 -
1 cup sour cream
08 -
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onions until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add ground beef and garlic powder to the skillet; cook until browned, then drain excess fat if necessary.
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Mix cooked ground beef with cooked rice, tomato sauce, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and chicken broth until heated through and bubbling.
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Spray a casserole dish with non-stick spray and pour the meat and rice mixture into it.
06 -
Bake the casserole for 15 minutes to set the base layer.
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While baking, blend the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese with the sour cream until smooth.
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Spread the sour cream and cheese mixture evenly over the casserole and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and heated through.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Drain excess fat from ground beef to reduce greasiness and improve flavor balance.