French Onion Ground Beef Bake (Printable Version)
Creamy French onion beef with rice, finished with melted cheese for a cozy one-pan meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
01 -
450 g ground beef
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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298 g French onion soup (1 can, 10.5 oz)
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298 g cream of mushroom soup (1 can, 10.5 oz)
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200 g uncooked white rice
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480 ml beef broth
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100 g shredded Swiss cheese or mozzarella
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15 ml Worcestershire sauce
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0.5 g black pepper
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3 g salt
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30 ml olive oil
→ Garnish (Optional)
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Chopped fresh parsley
# Steps To Follow:
01 -
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden for 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until thoroughly browned, breaking apart with a spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and remove from heat.
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In a large bowl, combine French onion soup, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, uncooked white rice, and the cooked beef mixture. Stir until fully blended.
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Grease a 33x23 cm (9x13-inch) baking dish. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread evenly. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 175°C for 50 to 55 minutes, until the rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
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Uncover and evenly sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese over the top. Return to the oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.
# Notes and Tips:
01 -
Swap Swiss for Gruyère for a more robust French flavor profile.
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Brown rice can replace white rice for a nuttier taste; extend baking time as needed.
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Enhance nutrition by adding mushrooms or green beans to the mixture before baking.
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Dish freezes well for up to 2 months. Cool completely before freezing.