Beef and Rice Casserole

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Step 1

Pre Heat Oven to 375 degrees

Step 2

1. Brown the beefIn a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked.Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning, CWT all-purpose chicken seasoning, and beef bouillon.Drain excess grease and set beef aside.

Step 3

2. Make the gravy baseIn the same skillet, melt butter.Add diced onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

Step 4

3. Create the roux Sprinkle flour over onions and stir continuously for 1 minute.

Step 5

4. Add liquids Slowly whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and browning sauce. Simmer until gravy thickens.

Step 6

5. Combine Stir in heavy cream.Add browned beef and rinsed rice.Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 7

6. Bake Pour mixture into a greased 8x8 baking dish. Cover tightly with foil and bake 40 minutes.

Step 8

7. Finish uncovered Remove foil, add cheese if using, and bake 10–15 minutes until bubbly and rice is tender.

Step 9

8. Rest Let sit 5–10 minutes before serving so everything sets.