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French Onion Ground Beef Casserole with Rice Recipe

French Onion Ground Beef Casserole with Rice Recipe
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This French Onion Ground Beef Casserole with Rice is a comforting one-dish meal featuring savory caramelized onions, tender ground beef, and fluffy rice baked together in flavorful French onion soup, then topped with a golden, melted cheese crust. Perfect for an easy family dinner with minimal prep and maximum taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 medium onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Sauté Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced onions until they turn golden brown, about 10 minutes, which develops their natural sweetness and flavor.
  3. Cook Ground Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the skillet with the onions and cook until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish lean.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Stir the uncooked long-grain rice into the beef and onion mixture, then pour in the can of French onion soup. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
  5. Bake Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is fully tender.
  6. Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded Swiss or mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use Swiss cheese, but mozzarella offers a milder taste.
  • Make sure to drain excess fat from the ground beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
  • If you prefer, substitute brown rice but increase baking time accordingly and add additional liquid if needed.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • You can add herbs such as thyme or parsley for extra freshness.

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Keywords: French onion casserole, ground beef casserole, baked rice casserole, one dish meal, easy dinner recipe

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