Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish, blending sweet caramelized onions, savory ground beef, and creamy rice, all topped with melty cheese. This easy-to-make casserole warms both the heart and belly, making it perfect for family dinners or potluck events. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a satisfying meal that delights everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté sliced onions in olive oil until caramelized (10-15 minutes).
- Push onions to one side, add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and thyme; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in uncooked rice and beef broth; bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish; top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil for the last 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 78mg