Description
A hearty, comforting casserole with layers of tender potatoes, savory ground beef, fluffy rice, and sweet vegetables in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings, this one-dish meal balances simplicity and flavor for a true taste of home.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup carrots, diced
1 cup green beans, cut
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed tomato soup
2 cups water
1 cup milk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup uncooked rice
2 cups peeled potatoes, sliced
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Sauté onion and garlic in butter until tender
Add ground beef and cook until browned
Stir in carrots, green beans, flour, salt, and pepper
Mix in tomato soup and water until blended
Simmer 10 minutes
Arrange rice, beef mixture, and sliced potatoes in a 9×13-inch baking dish
Pour milk over the layers
Sprinkle breadcrumbs and parsley if using
Bake 30 minutes until bubbly and golden
Notes
Substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter version
Use any starchy potato (Russet or Yukon Gold work well)
Freeze unbaked casserole for up to 3 months
Add frozen mixed vegetables if fresh isn’t available
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 90
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American