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This One-Pot Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a lifesaver. It’s packed with flavor, requires minimal ingredients, and comes together in one pot, making cleanup a breeze.

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Let’s dive in and get you cooking this delicious dish that the whole family will love!

Gather Your Ingredients

Start by gathering all your ingredients to make the cooking process seamless.

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Cooking the Beef

1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Add Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.

Preparing the Casserole Base

1. Incorporate Rice and Tomatoes: Add the rice to the pot, stirring to coat it in the beef and onion mixture.
2. Add the Liquid: Pour in the beef broth and undrained diced tomatoes. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
3. Season: Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Simmer to Perfection

1. Cover and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add Peas: After 15 minutes, add the frozen peas. Cover and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Finishing Touches

Melt the Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and thoroughly mixed into the casserole.

Serve and Enjoy: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.

One-Pot Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

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Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1️⃣ Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain excess fat.

2️⃣ Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until onion is soft.

3️⃣ Stir in rice to coat with beef mixture.

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4️⃣ Pour in beef broth and undrained diced tomatoes. Mix well.

5️⃣ Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

6️⃣ Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

7️⃣ Add frozen peas, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

8️⃣ Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.

9️⃣ Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

• For a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the paprika.
• Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken if you prefer a lighter option.
• Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of water or broth to bring back the creaminess.