Description
Hearty Hamburger Rice Casserole brings classic comfort straight from midwestern kitchens to your dinner table. Simple ingredients blend perfectly, creating a satisfying meal where ground beef, rice, and creamy sauce unite in one delicious family-friendly dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground turkey (optional)
Rice and Grains:
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 cup brown rice
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to ensure easy serving and prevent sticking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then thoroughly brown the ground beef and turkey, breaking the meat into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the meat, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic flavors.
- Incorporate both long-grain white and brown rice into the meat mixture, stirring to coat the grains with the savory pan juices.
- Pour in cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, salt, and black pepper, mixing everything until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Fold in the frozen mixed vegetables, ensuring they are thoroughly integrated throughout the casserole mixture.
- Transfer the entire mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, creating a golden, melty surface that will develop a delightful crispy texture.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the rice is tender and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dish to set.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and added freshness before serving hot.
Notes
- Swap ground beef and turkey with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version that maintains protein and texture.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium beef broth and cream of mushroom soup, perfect for heart-conscious diners.
- Toast rice briefly before adding liquids to enhance its nutty flavor and improve overall dish depth.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or gruyère to create unique flavor profiles that transform the traditional casserole experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg