Creamy Ground Beef Casserole

Rice and beef come together with a host of other great ingredients in this meal, prepared in a pot. Dinner quickly becomes a creamy, dreamy experience when it's tossed into a casserole dish and topped with cheese.
Cuisine Continental
Servings 4 servings
Calories 2074.91 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound(s) ground beef
  • 3/4 cup(s) chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup(s) chopped bell pepper
  • 1 cup(s) minute rice
  • 2 cup(s) canned tomatoes
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon(s) basil, to taste as much as desired
  • 1 teaspoon(s) oregano, to taste, as much as desired
  • 1 teaspoon(s) garlic, to taste, as much as desired
  • 1 teaspoon(s) bay leaves, to taste, as much as desired
  • 1 teaspoon(s) parsley, to taste, as much as desired
  • 1 cup(s) Cheddar Cheese, shredded, as much as desired

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to broil.
  • Saute beef in pan.
  • Add onion and green pepper.
  • Cook until brown.
  • Drain off excess grease.
  • Stir in seasonings, soup, tomatoes, and rice.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer slowly for about five minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Combine in casserole dish and top with cheddar cheese.
  • This is delicious when made ahead, stored in a casserole dish, then reheated.
  • Can be eaten like this or topped with shredded cheese and popped under broiler and brown beef in skillet.

Nutrition

Calories: 2074.91kcalCarbohydrates: 194.56gProtein: 132.78gFat: 80.96gSaturated Fat: 36.67gCholesterol: 394.65mgSodium: 1796.97mgFiber: 19.26gSugar: 31.71g
Keyword Beef, Rice, Tomato, Vegetables
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