Description
One Pan Beef & Rice Casserole is the ultimate weeknight solution, combining savory smoked beef, fluffy long‑grain rice, and garden peas‑carrots in a creamy cheese‑topped bake. In just 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking, this hearty casserole delivers cheesy comfort with minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy families, it uses pantry staples like beef broth, onion, garlic, and spices, making it both budget‑friendly and crowd‑pleasing for dinner tables across America. Serve hot enjoy tonight!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground smoked beef
- 1 cup long‑grain rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brown the ground smoked beef in a large oven‑safe skillet, then drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in rice, beef broth, salt, paprika, and oregano; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add frozen peas and carrots, top with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15‑20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra spice
- add red pepper flakes. Leftovers reheat well in microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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