Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting, all-in-one dish that combines the savory flavors of ground beef, aromatic French onion soup, and creamy cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare and requires minimal cleanup. With its rich taste and satisfying texture, it’s guaranteed to become a family favorite. Simply layer your ingredients in one baking dish, let it bake until bubbly and golden, and enjoy the delightful blend of flavors that this cozy meal brings.
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat and 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 prepared baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover with foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted. Add French-fried onions on top; bake for another 5 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 358
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 786mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 66mg