Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the epitome of comfort food, offering a delightful blend of savory ground beef, tender rice, and gooey cheese in a single dish. This easy-to-make casserole features rich flavors from French onion soup mix and beef broth, topped with crispy fried onions for that perfect crunch. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, every bite promises satisfaction and warmth.
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). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, draining excess grease. 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 ground beef and sour cream until well mixed. Transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Sprinkle fried onions on top and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg