Description
A delicious and comforting French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, perfect for a family dinner or a cozy gathering. It combines seasoned ground beef, caramelized onions, rice, and a cheesy topping to create a one-pot meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or Gruyère for a French onion twist)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, until caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat and stir in minced garlic. Cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add the caramelized onions, uncooked rice, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir everything well.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the casserole.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and serve!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use Gruyère cheese instead of mozzarella.
- This casserole can be prepared in advance and reheated for a quick meal.
- You can customize the recipe by adding mushrooms or bell peppers.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the Worcestershire sauce used is free from gluten.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
