French Onion Ground Beef Casserole
This cozy casserole combines ground beef, French onion soup, and rice into one ultra-comforting dish. Baked with butter and packed with flavor, it’s a hearty weeknight favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
→ Main Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
½ to 1 teaspoon garlic salt, to taste
2 (10.5-ounce) cans beef consommé
2 (10.5-ounce) cans French onion soup
¾ cup water
2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
¾ cup butter, cut into slices
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet, brown ground beef with garlic salt until fully cooked. Drain if needed.
In the prepared baking dish, combine uncooked rice and cooked beef. Add beef consommé, French onion soup, and water. Stir to mix evenly.
Top the casserole with sliced butter, evenly spaced across the surface.
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
(Optional) In the last 10 minutes, top with shredded cheese or crispy onions for a cheesy or crunchy finish.
Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Notes
Use a Dutch oven or cast iron skillet for a one-pot version (oven-safe).
Add cheese (Swiss, provolone, or mozzarella) in the last 10 minutes for a gooey finish.
Add crispy fried onions or jalapeños on top for texture.
Pairs well with a green salad or roasted veggies.
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