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Hamburger Rice Casserole

Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 25–30 mins | Servings: 6


Ingredients

  • The Protein: 1.5 lbs ground beef.
  • The Rainbow Veggies:
    • 1 red bell pepper, chopped.
    • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped.
    • 1 green bell pepper, chopped.
    • 1 small yellow onion, diced.
  • The Grains: 3 cups cooked white or brown rice.
  • The Savory Base:
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
    • 1/2 cup beef broth (to keep it moist).
    • 1 tsp garlic powder.
  • Seasoning: Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  2. Sauté Veggies: Add the chopped red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and colorful.
  3. Combine: Stir in the cooked rice, garlic powder, soy sauce (or Worcestershire), and beef broth. Toss everything together until the rice is well-coated and the colors are evenly distributed.
  4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and cover. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to soak up the savory liquids.
  5. Finish: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve: Transfer to a large glass serving bowl and serve while steaming hot.

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