Description
This Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish that combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy cooked rice, and creamy mushroom soup, topped with melted shredded cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for a family dinner, this casserole bakes to a bubbly, golden finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
Grains
- 2 cups cooked rice
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
Other
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat to keep the casserole from being greasy.
- Mix with rice and soup: In a large bowl, combine the browned beef with the cooked rice and cream of mushroom soup, stirring until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Top with cheese and bake: Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 35-40 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
Notes
- Use leftover rice or freshly cooked rice for best texture.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or cream of celery soup for a different flavor.
- For extra flavor, add diced onions or garlic when browning the ground beef.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just extend baking time slightly.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
