Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the epitome of comfort food, merging the savory flavors of ground beef, tender rice, and rich French onion soup mix into one delightful dish. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a hearty meal that satisfies everyone. Topped with melted cheese and crispy fried onions, each bite is a burst of flavor that warms the soul. With minimal cleanup and versatile ingredient options, this casserole is not only delicious but also practical.
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
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a mixing bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth; stir well.
- Mix in the cooked ground beef and sour cream until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Sprinkle French-fried onions on top and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg