Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole combines savory ground beef, caramelized onions, and tender rice, all topped with melted cheese—a perfect cozy meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
- 2 large onions
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups cloves garlic
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or Gruyère for a French onion twist)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally 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 (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat and stir in minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the caramelized onions, uncooked rice, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Sprinkle 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. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.