This is a classic American comfort dish that combines seasoned ground beef with sautéed vegetables and a savory rice mixture. This hearty casserole is baked to perfection, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying family meal.
Equipment
- 1 Sautee Pan
- 1 Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- Green peppers
- 1 Onion
- 1 Celery Stalk
- 1 pkg Chicken Noodle Soup Mix
- 2 ¼ cups Water (boiling)
- ½ cups Rice (uncooked)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ cups butter
Instructions
- Brown and drain the ground beef.1 lb Ground beef
- Add green peppers, onion and celery to the meat and sauté.Green peppers, 1 Celery Stalk, 1 Onion
- Boil the water and combine the chicken noodle soup mix, the rice, the salt and the butter. Cook for 20 minutes.1 pkg Chicken Noodle Soup Mix, 2 ¼ cups Water, ½ cups Rice, ¼ tsp salt, ⅛ cups butter
- Add the meat mixture and pour all the mixed ingredients in a greased baking dish.
- Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.
Tips
To reduce calories, fat, and sodium:
- Use lean ground beef or ground turkey to decrease fat content.
- Opt for low-sodium chicken noodle soup mix to reduce sodium levels.
- Replace butter with a smaller amount of olive oil or a plant-based alternative.
- Increase vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to add fiber and nutrients.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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