Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Are you looking for a delicious and easy recipe that the whole family will love? Look no further! This Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is comfort food at its finest. With savory ground beef, fluffy rice, and all that cheesy goodness, it’s perfect for any dinner table.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: chopped parsley

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Stir in the uncooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
6. Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

ENJOY!!