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Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole

A simple, hearty casserole made with ground beef, creamy mushrooms, tomatoes, rice, and mozzarella cheese, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.75 ounce)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juice (14.5 ounce)
  • 0.5 cup long grain white rice Use uncooked rice.
  • 0.75 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can experiment with different cheese variants.
Seasoning
  • to taste salt Season according to personal preference.
  • to taste pepper Season according to personal preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by heating a skillet on medium-high heat. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it turns brown, breaking up any large chunks.
  2. Drain excess grease from the skillet after the beef is browned.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes (including their juice), and uncooked long grain rice. Mix everything well.
  2. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Final Steps
  1. Preheat your oven's broiler. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and spread evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
  3. Broil the casserole for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper before serving warm.

Notes

Casserole can be made ahead of time and reheats well. Consider serving with fresh salad or garlic bread for added balance.