Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Break up the meat as it cooks. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

3. Mix in the Soup and Seasonings
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes, stirring to combine.

4. Add the Rice and Cheese
Stir in the cooked rice, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and the frozen peas or corn (if using). Mix everything well until evenly combined.

5. Assemble the Casserole
Pour the beef and rice mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese.

6. Bake
Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish and Serve
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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