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Mexican Ground Beef Casserole With Rice Recipe

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This Mexican ground beef casserole with rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines ground beef, rice, beans, corn, and cheese. Packed with Mexican flavors, it's a perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • Ground Beef: 1 lb
  • Onion: 1 medium, chopped
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Rice: 1 cup long-grain white
  • Black Beans: 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • Corn: 1 can (15 oz), drained
  • Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies: 1 can (14.5 oz)
  • Tomato Sauce: 1 can (8 oz)
  • Taco Seasoning: 1 packet (1 oz)
  • Beef Broth: 1 cup
  • Mexican Cheese Blend: 2 cups shredded
  • Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
  • Salt: 1 tsp
  • Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp
  • Cumin: 1/2 tsp
  • Chili Powder: 1/2 tsp
  • Cilantro: 1/4 cup chopped fresh (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sautรฉ until softened.
  • Stir in rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, beef broth, salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can use brown rice or quinoa as a healthier alternative to white rice.
  • Adjust the level of spice by using mild or hot diced tomatoes with green chilies.

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