Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
2 cups beef broth
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in the rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed …