Description
This Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a family dinner. The layers of beef, rice, corn, and cheese meld together to create a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Layer:
- 1 pound ground beef
Rice Layer:
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
Corn Layer:
- 1 can (15 oz) corn (drained)
Tomato Layer:
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
Onion Layer:
- 1 small onion (diced)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese Layer:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Liquid Layer:
- 1 ½ cups water or beef broth
Greasing:
- cooking spray or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layering: Spread the uncooked rice in the dish, then layer with corn, ground beef seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, diced onion, and diced tomatoes. Pour water or beef broth over the layers.
- Baking: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour. Uncover, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, use seasoned ground beef or taco seasoning.
- You can substitute cheddar with Monterey Jack or a cheese blend.
- Add a dollop of sour cream when serving for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
