Description
A rich, comforting one-pot beef and rice dinner cooked with garlic butter, melted cheddar, and Parmesan for a creamy, satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it well with the beef mixture.
- Pour in the beef broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cover.
- Cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and broth absorbed.
- Stir in butter, milk, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add a splash of broth when reheating to keep the texture creamy.
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Stir in peas, spinach, or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- Use smoked paprika or red chili flakes for added depth or heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes