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Ultra Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

A close-up of a baked Cheesy Beef and Rice Casserole Comfort Dish topped with melted cheddar cheese in a white square baking dish.
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A simple, hearty baked casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, cooked rice, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce, perfect for a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the drained beef and onion mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice and 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar cheese and all of the Monterey Jack cheese until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top. If using, sprinkle the crushed butter crackers evenly over the cheese layer.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly throughout and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of celery soup for one of the cream of mushroom soups for a slight flavor change.
  • Use long-grain white rice or brown rice, ensuring it is fully cooked before mixing.
  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of frozen peas and carrots with the rice mixture.

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