A beef and rice casserole

Beef and Rice Casserole

A baked dish of ground beef, rice, tomato, and cheese seasoned with cumin and garlic.

By Recipes Editorial Team Published August 18, 2026

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 40 min
Total Time: 55 min
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420 kcal

Ingredients

6 servings

1 lb ground beef (about 450 g)
1 onion, diced
1 tsp cumin
1 cup uncooked rice
2 cup tomato sauce
1 ½ cup shredded cheese
½ tsp salt

Instructions

Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brown the beef with the onion, cumin, and salt; drain.
Stir in the rice and tomato sauce, then transfer to a baking dish.
Cover and bake 30 to 35 minutes until the rice is tender.
Top with cheese and bake 5 minutes more until melted.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 26g
Carbs: 34g
Fat: 20g
Fiber: 3g

Tips

Cover tightly so rice cooks.
Add corn or peppers.

Variations

Use brown rice (longer bake).
Add black beans.

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