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Mexican Ground Beef Casserole with Rice

A hearty, cheesy Mexican-inspired casserole made with seasoned ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 1 lb ground beef lean
  • 1 cup white rice uncooked
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese Mexican blend

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Brown ground beef with onion and bell pepper in a skillet. Add garlic and seasonings.
  3. Stir in rice, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth.
  4. Transfer mixture to baking dish and cover with foil.
  5. Bake 35–40 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Top with cheese and bake uncovered until melted.

Notes

Let rest before serving for best texture.