Rice a Roni Casserole
Comfort food meets convenience with this hearty Rice-A-Roni Casserole, a one-dish wonder that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Combining the savory flavors of beef-flavored Rice-A-Roni, browned ground beef, and a medley of vibrant mixed vegetables, this dish is brought together with rich beef broth and topped with melty cheddar cheese for an irresistible finish. With simple prep and a golden bake in the oven, this casserole delivers a warm, satisfying meal in just under an hour. Serve it up straight from the dish and watch it disappear at the table! Keywords: Rice-A-Roni casserole, ground beef recipe, cheesy casserole, comfort food casserole, easy dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Beef-flavored Rice-A-Roni
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups Frozen mixed vegetables
- 2.5 cups Beef broth
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Rice-A-Roni according to the package instructions in a large skillet, using the 2 tablespoons of butter.
While the Rice-A-Roni is cooking, heat a separate skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef. Break it into crumbles as it cooks.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the ground beef and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the onion is softened and translucent.
Once the Rice-A-Roni is cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the cooked ground beef mixture, frozen mixed vegetables, and 2 cups of beef broth.
Add the salt and ground black pepper, then mix everything until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.9 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.4 g | 477% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 629 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 5178 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 152.9 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1850 mg | 142% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2257 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
