Description
A hearty and flavorful ground beef dinner that can be prepared ahead of time and baked when ready to serve. This dish combines ground beef with vegetables, tomato sauce, and seasonings for a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cooked white rice until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate if making ahead. When ready to serve, bake covered for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes