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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
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A comforting and hearty weeknight dinner featuring savory ground beef, tender long-grain rice, and a gooey blend of melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs Ground Beef (80/20)
1 large Yellow Onio
3 cloves Garlic
1.5 cups Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice
3 cups Beef Broth
1 14.5 oz can Diced Tomatoes
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 garnish Fresh Parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until thoroughly browned, about 7-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease
  3. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant
  4. Stir in the uncooked rice, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the rice
  5. Pour in the beef broth and the undrained diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom
  6. If the skillet is not oven-safe, transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes
  7. Remove the casserole from the oven and uncover carefully. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the top
  8. Return the uncovered casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired

Notes

To use brown rice, increase the beef broth by 1/2 to 1 cup and increase the initial baking time by 15-20 minutes.

You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or ground chicken for a leaner option.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

For a creamier texture, stir in a dollop of sour cream before adding the cheese topping.

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