Baked Beef And Rice Bake Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Beef And Rice Bake

• 4 slices bacon
• Lean Ground Beef
• Uncooked Rice
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• Fresh Garlic
• Green Bell Pepper
• Salt And Pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Pimento Stuffed Olive
• 1/2 cup tomato juice
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

How to Make Baked Beef And Rice Bake

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease a 1.5-quart casserole dish.
2. Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to crumble.
3. In a large skillet, add the bacon drippings. Add 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1/2 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 1/2 green bell pepper (chopped). Cook until the beef is browned and the rice is lightly toasted.
4. Drain off any excess grease.
5. Stir in the crumbled bacon, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp seasoning salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 cup sliced stuffed olives, 1/2 cup tomato juice, and 1 cup boiling water.
6. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
7. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
8. Cover tightly with foil or a lid and bake for 60 minutes.
9. Remove the foil, sprinkle 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese over the top, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the rice is tender.
10. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.