Description
This French Onion Ground Beef Casserole is cozy, rich, and deeply comforting. Juicy ground beef, savory French onion flavor, and melty cheese come together in an easy oven-baked dish that works with or without rice. Perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty, reliable, and family-approved.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
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1 packet onion soup mix
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup uncooked white rice (optional – for rice version)
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1½ cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, provolone, or mild cheddar)
Optional
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1 tbsp olive oil (if using very lean beef)
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Brown the Beef
Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until deeply golden. Drain excess fat. -
Build the Sauce
Reduce heat to medium. Sprinkle in the onion soup mix and pour in the beef broth. Stir until smooth and lightly simmering. -
Assemble the Casserole
Transfer the beef mixture to a greased baking dish.
Stir in uncooked rice if using. Spread evenly and sprinkle cheese over the top. -
Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden. -
Rest & Serve
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
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For a no-rice version, skip rice and reduce broth to ¾ cup.
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If using lean ground beef, add 1–2 tablespoons extra broth.
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Cheese can be adjusted to taste, but adding it only on top prevents a heavy texture.
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Letting the casserole rest helps it set and keeps it juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portio
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg