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Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

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A comforting and easy one-dish casserole featuring ground beef, rice, creamy mushroom soup, and melting cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetables for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then drain excess fat if needed.
  3. In a baking dish, combine the cooked ground beef, rice, cream of mushroom soup, shredded cheese (reserve a small handful for the top), and water. Stir well.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the foil and continue baking for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese on top is bubbling and lightly golden.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

To add crispy cheese, swap foil for a lid and remove it for the final bake. For variations, consider adding frozen peas and carrots, or substituting with a plant-based protein.

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