Best 12 Beef N Rice Bake Recipes

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Calling all beef lovers! This hearty and flavorful Beef 'n' Rice Bake is the ultimate comfort food that will satisfy your cravings. It's a one-pot dish that combines tender beef, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce, all baked to perfection. Plus, we've included several variations of this classic recipe to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. From a traditional version made with ground beef and a velvety mushroom sauce to a healthier rendition featuring lean steak and a tangy tomato sauce, there's a Beef 'n' Rice Bake recipe here for every occasion. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips will guide you every step of the way. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that's sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE WITH RICE



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This ground beef casserole with rice is the perfect casserole for using whatever you have lying around in your fridge.

Provided by Jennifer Shymanski

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 medium tomato, chopped
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add bell pepper, tomato, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook and stir until pepper has slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Strain 1/2 of the liquid from the canned diced tomatoes into the mixture.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper into the ground beef mixture. Simmer until some of the liquid has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add rice and mix well. Transfer to a casserole dish and sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is heated through and cheese is melted, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 346.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

BAKED BEEF AND RICE BAKE



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This recipe goes back to the early 80's, I still make it once in a while, it's a really tasty and easy dish to throw together, if you have freezer ready beef all ready cooked and frozen in the freezer, just thaw on defrost in the microwave, and just throw in some cooked bacon with the other ingredients... freezer-ready ground beef makes this recipe even quicker!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 -8 slices bacon
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup uncooked rice
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
seasoning salt and pepper (or regular salt)
2 -3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2-3/4 cup sliced pimento stuffed olive
2 cups good quality tomato juice
1 1/2 cups boiling water
3/4-1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Grease a 1-1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a large frypan, cook the bacon until crisp; set aside to a plate and crumble.
  • To the bacon drippings add ground beef, with rice, onion, garlic and green pepper (if using) in the bacon drippings until beef is no longer pink; drain the fat/drippings.
  • Add in the cooked bacon, Parmesan cheese (if using) seasoning salt and pepper to taste, paprika, stuffed olives, tomato juice and boiling water (do not add in the grated cheddar cheese); mix to combine well.
  • Set oven to 300 degrees.
  • Transfer the mixture to a prepared dish.
  • Cover tightly, and bake for 1 hour.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese, and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until cheese has melted, and the rice is done to desired tenderness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753.1, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 155.9, Sodium 857.5, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.7, Protein 47.9

BEEF 'N' RICE ENCHILADAS



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When there are young children in the house, you want foods that are a snap to prepare. Loaded with ground beef, cheese and a flavorful rice mix, these enchiladas fit the bill. But they're so good that I make them to serve to company, too. -Jennifer Smith, Colona, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10 enchiladas.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (6.8 ounces) Spanish rice and pasta mix
1 pound ground beef
2 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1-2/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Prepare rice mix according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in Spanish rice and 1-1/4 cups enchilada sauce. , Spoon about 2/3 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top each with 1 tablespoon cheese; roll up., Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until the cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHEESY BEEF AND RICE BAKE



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This is a quick and easy kid-friendly recipe I found years ago in a Better Homes & Garden cookbook. The kids never know they are eating their carrots.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb ground pork
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
1 cup carrot, shredded
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2-1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (use more or less as desired)

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, cook ground beef or pork and garlic until meat is browned.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Remove from pan and set aside.
  • In same saucepan, cook uncooked rice in butter until golden brown, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in water, carrot, bouillon, parsley, onion, salt and basil.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in meat mixture.
  • Turn half into a 1 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Sprinkle with a layer of cheese.
  • Top with remaining meat mixture.
  • Bake at 325°F oven for 45 minutes, stirring twice.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.5, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 69.3, Sodium 560.1, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 20.2

MEXICAN BEEF AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This Mexican casserole with beef and rice is a super easy recipe for family dinner. Garnish with your favorite toppings. I like to top with shredded lettuce and chopped cilantro! More shredded cheese is always good, too.

Provided by VMB

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

nonstick cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 cup long-grain rice
1 cup red salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and start to brown, then add onion, garlic, and taco seasoning. Cook until beef is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard any excess oil. Add beans, tomatoes, spinach, chicken broth, 1 cup Mexican blend cheese, rice, and salsa. Pour into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until rice is cooked, 45 to 50 minutes. Take out of the oven, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 68.2 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 1034.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

BEEF AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Kelley Grant

Categories     Quick And Easy Dinners

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
10 oz can Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies - Do not drain
1 ½ cups beef broth or stock
1 cup long grain rice
1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish if desired

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef, garlic, salt and pepper over medium heat. Drain and return to the stove at medium heat.
  • Stir in the garlic, onion, and peppers. Continue to cook for another 3 to 4 minutes to soften the onions and peppers.
  • Add the beef broth, rice, undrained Rotel, and Worcestershire Sauce to the skillet and stir until well combined.
  • Bring everything to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for another 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  • Remove from the heat and sprinkle generously with the cheese. Cover the skillet and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes or until the cheese melts and gets nice and gooey.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

CHEESY BEEF 'N' RICE



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"This herb-seasoned casserole is one dish that all six of our kids love," notes Gwen Bradshaw of Kennewick, Washington. Serve garlic bread and fresh spinach salad to round out the meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute rice and garlic in butter until golden brown. Stir in water, carrots, bouillon, parsley, salt, basil and onion. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beef. Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes, stirring twice. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

GRANDMAW CAIN'S BEEF TIPS AND RICE



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This is one of my family's favorite meals. I got this recipe from my Grandmother. I love to serve this with a side of green beans. Great the next day and reheats or freezes well. Great on those rainy days.

Provided by Dawn R

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds beef stew meat
¼ cup all-purpose flour
5 cups water
2 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice mix
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Place flour in a shallow bowl and dredge the beef tips in the flour. Brown the beef in the hot butter and oil, stirring often, about 15 minutes.
  • Pour water into the pot and scrape to dissolve browned food bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the flavor packets from the rice mix and dissolve; mix in the rice and mushrooms. Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until beef is tender and the rice has absorbed the liquid, 20 to 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 731.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SUMMER BEEF-AND-RICE CASSEROLE



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This quick-cooking casserole has a rich beef-and-rice filling, a colorful layer of zucchini, and a crisp breadcrumb topping. (Save even more time by using the sauce from Gnocchi with Quick Meat Sauce.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (1 ounce)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 cups reserved Quick Meat Sauce (from Gnocchi with Quick Meat Sauce)
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 zucchini or summer squash, very thinly sliced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and 1 tablespoon oil. In a large cast-iron skillet, bring meat sauce to a rapid simmer over high. Stir in rice and remove from heat. Top with onion, then carefully arrange zucchini in a single, slightly overlapping layer. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with remaining tablespoon oil, and top with breadcrumb mixture. Return to heat and bring to a simmer. Cover with foil and bake 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake until rice is cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden, about 10 minutes more. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 g, Fat 38 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14 g

BEEF AND RICE



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Super fast, super easy, and super tasty! Serve with buttered bread.

Provided by sarah.kindermann

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound ground beef
1 (6.9 ounce) package chicken flavored rice mix (such as Rice A Roni®)
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Stir rice portion of packaged rice mix into beef; cook and stir until rice is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Pour water into beef and rice, stir seasoning packet from rice into mixture, and cover skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the liquid has been almost completely absorbed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 814.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

EASY BEEF AND RICE



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When time is running short at dinnertime around our house, I rely on this microwave casserole. Convenience folds like canned soup and instant rice make it a fast-to-fix meal.-Doris Gill, Sargent, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup water
1 cup uncooked instant rice
3 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Crumble beef into an ungreased 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and heat on high for 9-10 minutes or until rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

BEEFY BEANS 'N' RICE



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This easy skillet dish has a nice barbecue flavor that goes over well in winter.-Rebecca Roberts, Odessa, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups cooked rice
1 can (16 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
6 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the rice, beans, cheese and water. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1061mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality beef. Look for meat that is well-marbled and has a deep red color.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or skillet. Just be sure that it has a lid.
  • To make sure the beef is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry to the beef and rice mixture. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix together equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, stir it into the beef and rice mixture and cook until thickened.
  • Serve the beef and rice bake with your favorite sides. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, green beans, and corn.

Conclusion:

Beef and rice bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beef. With its simple ingredients and hearty flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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