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Cheesy Rice And Beef Casserole
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Ready in under an hour, this hearty casserole works just as well for weekday meals or weekends. Made with ground beef, a wild rice blend, cheese, veggies, and sour cream.
serves/makes:
ready in:
30-60 minutes
30-60 minutes
1 review
ingredients
1 package (6 ounce size) white and wild rice mix
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, finely diced
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 pound ground beef
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup frozen green beans, thawed
directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook the rice as directed on the package. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft. Transfer the mixture to the bowl of rice.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned. Drain off any excess grease and transfer to the bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients with the rice and transfer to a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake at 350 degrees F, uncovered, for 35-45 minutes or until heated through.
Serve hot.
recipe tips
Try different vegetable combinations, such as peas or carrots.
Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a crispy texture.
To make a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tofu or cooked lentils.
Add a can of diced tomatoes or tomato sauce for a saucier casserole.
If the casserole starts to brown too quickly in the oven, cover with foil for the remainder of the cooking time.
common recipe questions
Can I use a different kind of rice blend?
You can use any rice blend you like, just make sure to use the same amount (cooked) as the white and wild rice blend yields.
Can I use a different type of meat instead of ground beef?
You can substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the ground beef.
Is it necessary to thaw the frozen vegetables before adding them to the casserole?
Yes, it is important to thaw the frozen corn and green beans before adding them so they don't add excess moisture to the casserole.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
You can use different types of cheese, such as cheddar or pepper jack.
Can I prepare this casserole in advance?
You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
How should I reheat leftovers?
You can reheat leftovers in the oven at 350 degrees F until warmed through, or in the microwave in 1-2 minute intervals.
Can I freeze this casserole?
You can freeze this casserole before baking. Simply cover tightly with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding additional time as needed.
nutrition data
818 calories, 53 grams fat, 45 grams carbohydrates, 41 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
February 10, 2021
Very easy and forgiving hot dish. I put diff frozen vegs in sometimes to change it up.