Description
Experience the embrace of our Cheesy Ground Beef And Rice Casserole. This delightful creation combines premium 85% ground beef, fragrant Italian seasoning and sautéed onions, for a blend of flavors. Within this masterpiece you’ll discover tender slices of button mushrooms, uncooked long-grain rice and a creamy concoction made from mushroom soup, cream and milk. The crowning glory is a layer of cheddar cheese that melts to perfection. Adds a touch of golden goodness. Every mouthwatering bite reveals a world of delights that will leave an impression. Whether it’s a family gathering or an intimate get-together, with friends this casserole embodies warmth and flavor that will linger in your heart and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef, 85% lean
1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt/Pepper
3 tbsp. butter, divided
¾ c onions, diced
1 tbsp. garlic, minced
2 ½ c beef broth
1 ¼ c uncooked white long grain rice (not instant rice)
8 oz. sliced button mushrooms, washed
10.5 oz. cream of mushroom soup
½ c milk, any kind
½ c sour cream
2 c cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
Start by browning 1 pound of ground beef in a pot while adding 1.5 teaspoons of seasoning, salt and pepper. Once browned drain the beef. Set it aside.
Next melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté 3/4 cup of onions, along with 1 tablespoon of garlic.
After that stir in 2 and a half cups of beef broth. Add 1 and a quarter cups of long-grain rice. Let the mixture simmer covered for 10 minutes.
Once the rice has cooked for a bit add in 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms. Let everything simmer together for another 5 to 10 minutes.
Turn off the heat. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
Now it’s time to mix in the ground beef along with one can (10.5 ounces) of cream of mushroom soup, half a cup each of milk and sour cream as well as one cup of cheddar cheese.
Transfer this mixture into a greased baking dish measuring 9×13 inches. Finally top it off with another cup of cheddar cheese.
Bake everything at a temperature of around 350°F for 20 minutes. Once done baking serve up this dish and enjoy!
Notes
To give this delicious Cheesy Ground Beef And Rice Casserole a gluten-free twist there are a few ingredient swaps you need to make. First, use a certified gluten-free beef broth. Make sure the cream of mushroom soup you choose is also gluten-free. When selecting your seasoning check that it doesn’t contain any hidden gluten additives. Additionally replace the long-grain rice, with certified gluten-free white rice. By making these changes you can still enjoy the flavors and comforting experience of this dish in a completely gluten-free way. Bon appétit!
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 50 MINUTES
