This comforting, one-dish wonder combines savory ground beef, fluffy rice, and melty cheese for a hearty, family-friendly meal that’s ready in under an hour!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Easy to make – Just brown, mix, and bake!
✔ Budget-friendly – Uses pantry staples
✔ Customizable – Add veggies or swap meats
✔ Great for leftovers – Tastes even better the next day
Ingredients *(Serves 6-8)*
Casserole Base
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)
1 (10.5 oz) can tomato soup
1 ½ cups beef broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
Cheesy Topping
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Add-Ins
1 cup frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn)
½ cup sliced mushrooms
1 tsp hot sauce for a kick
Step-by-Step Instructions
