Description
This Hamburger & Rice Casserole is a hearty, cheesy, and budget-friendly meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Made with ground beef, fluffy rice, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, it’s a one-pan meal that’s easy to customize. Whether you make it fresh or freeze it for later, this comforting casserole is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients: Lean ground beef, onion, garlic, mushrooms, frozen spinach, instant rice, mixed vegetables, shredded mozzarella cheese
- Creamy Base: Condensed cream of celery soup, sour cream, water
- Seasonings: Dried oregano, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook ground beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Mix beef with mushrooms, rice, spinach, veggies, soup, sour cream, water, and seasonings in a large bowl.
- Spread the mixture into the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Uncover, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and broil for 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Vegetable Add-Ins: Bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini work well.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American