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Garlic Butter Beef and Rice

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This Garlic Butter Beef and Rice is a creamy, cheesy one-pan dinner made with ground beef, garlic, rice, and a rich cheddar-Parmesan sauce. It’s an easy comfort food recipe perfect for busy weeknights—hearty, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Push the beef to one side of the skillet. Add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  3. Stir in uncooked rice, onion powder, and paprika. Toast the rice for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheese until creamy and well combined.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken.
  • Add vegetables like peas, broccoli, or spinach in the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Brown rice works too—just increase the cook time and add more broth as needed.
  • Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
  • Great for meal prep—reheats beautifully with a splash of broth or milk.

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