A simple, one-pan casserole with ground beef, rice, and cheese, perfect for a budget-friendly family dinner.
Author:purejoyalex
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:40 min
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed tomato soup
1 cup water
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain off any excess grease.
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, tomato soup, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the cooked rice and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole (without baking) and cover tightly. Refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from chilled or frozen.
This casserole is a great base for adding other vegetables like peas or corn.
If you don’t have condensed soups, you can make a simple white sauce and season with tomato paste.