Hamburger & Rice Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Add ground beef, salt, pepper and garlic to a large skillet then brown and crumble over medium-high heat. When beef is about half cooked, add onion, celery and red pepper flakes then continue cooking until beef is cooked through and veggies are starting to become translucent. Do not drain.
2. 2
   You can use other creamed soup flavors such as cream of onion or cream of mushroom.
3. 3
   Spray a medium-sized casserole dish (1.5 quart) with cooking spray or rub with butter.
4. 4
   Use uncooked long-grain white rice.
5. 5
   In a separate bowl, whisk together broth and soup until smooth.
6. 6
   Do not use instant rice.
7. 7
   Pour soup mixture and rice into skillet and stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
8. 8
   This recipe doubles easily in a 3-qt 13x9 dish. Cook 15-30 minutes longer or until rice is tender.
9. 9
   Pour into prepared casserole dish, cover tightly with aluminum foil then bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until rice is tender.
10. 10
    You must cover the dish TIGHTLY with foil to ensure the moisture stays inside to cook the rice through.
11. 11
    Remove casserole from oven and let rest, covered, for 15 minutes before serving.
12. 12
    Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.