French Onion Ground Beef & Rice
A comforting one-skillet meal featuring caramelized onions, savory ground beef, and melty Gruyère cheese over tender rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 for best flavor and moisture
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced Use yellow onions for sweetness
- 2 cups cooked rice Can use white or brown rice
- 4 cups beef broth Lowe-sodium preferred for better seasoning control
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese Substitute Swiss cheese if Gruyère is unavailable
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add sliced onions with a pinch of salt.
- Cook onions for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned.
- Stir in dried thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper to combine.
- Pour in beef broth and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice ensuring thorough mixing with the beef and onion.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyère over the mixture, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until cheese has melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a depth of flavor, allow onions to caramelize slowly. Use day-old rice for texture, and always taste and adjust seasonings during preparation.