French Onion Beef and Rice Casserole
French Onion Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting, one-dish meal that combines tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and sweet caramelized onions in a rich French onion sauce. Topped with gooey melted cheese, this casserole is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s bound to become a cherished favorite that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in French onion soup, soy sauce, and onion powder until well combined.
- In a casserole dish, mix cooked rice with the beef mixture until evenly distributed.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil during the last 5 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg