A comforting casserole made with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, tangy tomato sauce, and plenty of melty cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or freezer meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 ½ cups uncooked white rice (yields 4 cups cooked)
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1 ½ cups tomato sauce or 1 can condensed tomato soup
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp pepper
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1 tsp paprika (optional)
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
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1 can cream of mushroom or chicken soup (optional)
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
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Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
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Cook rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
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In a skillet, heat oil and brown ground beef. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
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Stir in tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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In a large bowl, mix beef mixture, cooked rice, 1 cup cheese, and optional cream soup.
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Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.