Description
This French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole blends caramelized onions, smoked beef broth, tender rice, and melted cheese into a comforting, one‑dish meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, the casserole offers the deep, savory flavor of French onion soup with hearty ground beef and a creamy cheese topping. Ready in under an hour, it serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or meal‑prep, and delivers a satisfying balance of texture and taste. It gives a cozy, savory bite that satisfies now.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add sliced onion and sauté until caramelized, about 12‑15 minutes.
- In a separate pot, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- Cook rice in beef broth until tender, about 15 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine browned beef, cooked rice, caramelized onions, and season with salt.
- Spread mixture in a greased 9‑x‑13 inch baking dish; top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest 5‑10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra depth
- use smoked beef instead of regular ground beef. Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle heat. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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