Cheddar-Crusted Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Ingredients

  • For the Beef & Rice Mixture:
    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 1 small onion, finely diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 red bell pepper, diced (optional, for extra color and sweetness)
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 cup long-grain white rice (or your favorite variety; adjust liquid accordingly)
    • 2 cups beef broth (or water with 1–2 bouillon cubes)
    • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
    • 1 cup frozen corn kernels (optional)
    • 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • For the Cheddar Crust:
    • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs for extra crunch)
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for an extra kick)
  • For Garnish:
    • Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro

Instructions

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