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How to Make Ground Beef and Rice with Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ground beef and rice with cheese is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a simple weeknight meal. This hearty and flavorful combination of ground beef, rice, and gooey, melted cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. It's a one-pan wonder that is easy to make and even easier to clean up, making it a go-to dish for busy home cooks.

There are many variations of this dish, but this recipe offers a simple and delicious take on the classic....

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 8 slices processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the condensed tomato soup and chili powder; cook until heated through.
  • Spread 1/3 of the rice into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and cover with 1/3 of the ground beef mixture. Place 2 slices of processed cheese over the meat, then cover with 2 more layers of rice and meat. Arrange the remaining 6 slices of cheese over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole has heated through and the cheese is bubbly and browned, about 20 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    882 cal.

    • Total Fat: 49g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 142mg
    • Sodium: 2124mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 75g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 125mg
    • Calcium: 387mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1071mg

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