Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole😋 Ingredients: • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked • 2 cups beef broth • 1 cup milk • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping) • 1 small onion, finely chopped • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1 teaspoon salt • ½ teaspoon black pepper • ½ cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables (optional) • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. 3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat. 4. Stir in garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. 5. Add uncooked rice, beef broth, milk, and cream of mushroom soup. Mix well to combine. 6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the frozen peas or vegetables, if using. 7. Pour everything into a greased 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish. 8. Sprinkle additional cheese evenly on top. 9. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. 10. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly. 11. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #comfortfood #beefrecipes #cheesycasserole #onepotmeal #familydinner - @christopherhopkins1