CHEESY BEEF 'N' RICE

Cheesy Beef 'n' Rice image

"This herb-seasoned casserole is one dish that all six of our kids love," notes Gwen Bradshaw of Kennewick, Washington. Serve garlic bread and fresh spinach salad to round out the meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute rice and garlic in butter until golden brown. Stir in water, carrots, bouillon, parsley, salt, basil and onion. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beef. Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes, stirring twice. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.