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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Bake 😋🧀

This creamy and cheesy rice bake with flavorful ground beef is pure comfort food — rich, warm, and perfect for a quick dinner everyone will love.

🥩 Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked rice (white or basmati)
• 250 g ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup milk or cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Dried parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
2. In another pot, melt butter, add flour, and stir for 1 minute.
3. Gradually pour in the milk or cream while whisking to make a smooth sauce.
4. Mix in half of the cheese and stir until melted.
5. Add the cooked rice to the cheese sauce and combine well.
6. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread the cooked beef evenly on top.
7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
8. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot! 🌿

✨ Tips

• You can add a little chili powder or paprika for a spicy touch.
• Try using mixed cheese for more flavor — cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan work great!