Description
Garlic Butter Beef and Rice is a quick, one‑pan comfort dish that combines savory ground beef, buttery garlic, fluffy rice, and melty cheese for a creamy, hearty dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe uses simple pantry staples like beef broth and butter, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Rich flavor, minimal cleanup, and satisfying texture make it a go‑to favorite for beef lovers. Serve it with a simple green salad or crusty bread to complete the meal. yum!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5‑7 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice and beef broth, mixing well.
- Reduce heat to low, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and cook until cheese melts, 3‑5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- deglaze the pan with a splash of grape juice after browning the beef. Use day‑old rice for best texture. Adjust seasoning at the end.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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