Description

Sink your fork into the ultimate comfort dish — this French Onion Beef Rice Casserole is a warm, hearty blend of savory beef, tender rice, and sweet caramelized onion flavors. Ideal for a quick dinner or a cozy family meal, this easy recipe uses pantry staples like canned soup and broth but delivers flavor like you simmered it all day. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, a make-ahead meal for the week, or a crowd-pleasing casserole, this dish is your answer. It’s the kind of food that smells like home and tastes like a hug.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Drain excess fat.
In a large bowl, mix uncooked rice, French onion soup, cream of mushroom soup, and beef broth.
Stir in the cooked beef until well combined.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes.
Remove foil, sprinkle with shredded cheese if using, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
Let rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes