French Onion Ground Beef (Print Version)
Comforting casserole with French onion flavors, beef, and tender rice.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound lean ground beef
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½ to 1 teaspoon garlic salt, to taste
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2 (10.5-ounce) cans beef consommé
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2 (10.5-ounce) cans French onion soup
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¾ cup water
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2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
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¾ cup butter, cut into slices
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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In a large skillet, add lean ground beef and garlic salt. Cook and crumble until browned and fully cooked.
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In the prepared baking dish, combine the uncooked rice and cooked ground beef. Pour in the soups, consommé, and water, stirring until fully mixed.
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Distribute the butter slices evenly on top of the mixture.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes. Optionally, add a cheesy or crunchy topping during this step.
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Once baked, fluff the casserole with a fork and serve warm.
# Notes:
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For a one-pot method, consider using a Dutch oven or large cast iron skillet to brown the ground beef and add all ingredients in the same pot.
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For a cheesy version, add 1½ cups shredded or sliced cheese (provolone, Swiss, or mozzarella) during the last 10 minutes of baking.
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For a crunchy topping, add crispy onions or crispy jalapeños on top, with or without the cheese, and bake until crispy and golden.