5-Ingredient Casserole
A simple yet comforting casserole made with ground beef, cheese, mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, and rice, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef The star of the show, providing hearty, savory flavor.
- 2 cups shredded cheese Choose your favorite—cheddar is classic, but mozzarella adds a lovely mozzarella stretch!
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables A colorful mix that adds nutrition and a pop of color to your casserole.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup Adds a creamy texture and rich flavor, tying everything together beautifully.
- 1 cup cooked rice Choose brown for a healthier option or white for nostalgic flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add in the cream of mushroom soup and mix until well combined.
- Fold in the cooked rice and half of the shredded cheese, mixing everything together.
- Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased casserole dish, smoothing it out evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
Feel free to add spices, top with crispy fried onions, or make it healthier by using a homemade version of the soup. Experiment with different vegetables!