Cheesy Beef and Mushroom Rice Bake

Servings: 4–6 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 35–40 min | Calories: ~480 per serving

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 8 oz (225g) mushrooms, sliced

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Optional garnish: chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Remove excess fat.

3. Sauté vegetables: Add onion, garlic, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

4. Combine: Stir in uncooked rice, beef broth, thyme, and paprika. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

5. Bake: Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan over the top, and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.