Cheesy Hamburger and Rice Casserole

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be more affordable.

In a large bowl, add 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup.

Add 1/2 cup of sour cream to the bowl and stir.

Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, then stir again.

Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and mix well.

In a pan, brown 2 lbs of ground beef and drain the grease.

Add 1 small diced onion to the beef and sauté until softened, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook 1 cup of white rice according to package directions and add it to the beef mixture, stirring to combine.

Add the soup mixture to the beef and rice, using a spatula to incorporate everything well.

Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish and top with additional cheese.

Bake in a 375°F oven uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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