Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole Recipe

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare it for the casserole.

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced onion until the meat is thoroughly browned and the onion has softened. Drain any excess fat to prevent greasiness.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring it doesn’t burn.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk or beef broth, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully combined to create a creamy sauce.

In the prepared baking dish, thoroughly combine the cooked rice, beef and onion mixture, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and the sauce. Mix everything well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top of the mixture. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to become bubbly and golden brown.

For an extra crispy cheese topping, broil the casserole for 2 minutes watching carefully to avoid burning.

Garnish the casserole with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot for a delicious, satisfying meal.