Beef And Rice Casserole (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef.
02 - 1 cup long-grain white rice.
03 - 1 onion, finely chopped.
04 - 1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning.
05 - 4 ounces sliced mushrooms.
06 - 1 cup diced celery.
07 - 2 cups beef broth.
08 - 10.5 ounce can cream of mushroom soup.
09 - ½ cup sour cream.
10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a casserole dish by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray, and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
03 - Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the meat and onions.
04 - Stir in the beef broth, sliced mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Mix well to combine. Add half the shredded cheddar cheese and stir again.
05 - Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
06 - Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
07 - Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and return the casserole to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Once the casserole is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest lightly covered with aluminum foil for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes:

01 - For added flavor, consider using sharp cheddar cheese or adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika on top before serving.