Description
This cozy French onion ground beef casserole is packed with savory flavor, tender rice, and a buttery finish—comfort food perfection in just one dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
½ to 1 teaspoon garlic salt, to taste
2 (10.5-ounce) cans beef consommé
2 (10.5-ounce) cans French onion soup
¾ cup water
2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
¾ cup butter, cut into slices
Optional Toppings
1½ cups shredded or sliced cheese (provolone, Swiss, or mozzarella)
Crispy fried onions or crispy jalapeños (for topping in final bake)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with garlic salt until browned and fully cooked.
In the prepared baking dish, mix together uncooked rice and cooked beef.
Pour in the beef consommé, French onion soup, and water. Stir well to combine.
Evenly distribute butter slices over the top of the mixture.
Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
Optional: Add shredded cheese or crispy toppings during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Once baked, fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
One-Pot Method: Use a Dutch oven or large cast iron skillet to brown the beef and bake the casserole in the same dish.
Cheesy Version: Add 1½ cups cheese in the final 10 minutes of baking.
Crunchy Version: Top with crispy onions or jalapeños for extra texture and flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
