French Onion Beef and Rice Recipe
Introduction
French Onion Beef and Rice is a comforting one-pan meal packed with rich caramelized onions, savory ground beef, and tender rice. Enhanced with a creamy French Onion Skillet Sauce and melted Gruyére cheese, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Tastefully Simple™ Avocado Oil
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Tastefully Simple™ Onion Onion Seasoning
- ½ tsp Tastefully Simple™ Seasoned Pepper
- 1 cup white long grain rice, uncooked
- 2 cups beef stock
- ¾ cup Tastefully Simple™ French Onion Skillet Sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 cup Gruyére cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized. This can take up to 20 minutes. If the onion starts to burn, reduce the heat and add a little more oil.
- Step 2: Remove the caramelized onions to a plate. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and crumbled. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Step 3: Return the skillet to the stove and add the minced garlic, onion onion seasoning, and seasoned pepper. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in the uncooked rice, beef stock, French Onion Skillet Sauce, frozen peas and carrots, and the caramelized onions. Mix well and bring to a boil.
- Step 5: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Step 6: Fluff the rice and beef mixture with a spoon. Stir in the shredded Gruyére cheese until melted and combined. Serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- For extra depth of flavor, try using homemade beef stock or low-sodium broth to control the seasoning.
- Substitute Gruyére with Swiss or mozzarella cheese if preferred.
- Add mushrooms or substitute frozen peas and carrots with fresh vegetables for variation.
- If you don’t have Tastefully Simple™ sauces or seasonings, use caramelized onions, garlic powder, and onion powder to mimic flavors.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of beef stock or water if the rice seems dry to restore moisture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of rice for this recipe?
Yes, but cooking time and liquid ratio may vary. Long grain white rice works best for the texture and timing. If using brown rice, you may need to increase the cooking time and liquid.
Is it possible to make this dish vegetarian?
To make it vegetarian, substitute the ground beef with plant-based crumbles and use vegetable stock instead of beef stock while keeping all other ingredients the same.
PrintFrench Onion Beef and Rice Recipe
This French Onion Beef and Rice recipe combines rich caramelized onions, seasoned ground beef, and tender white rice simmered in a flavorful beef stock and French onion skillet sauce. Finished with melted Gruyére cheese and mixed vegetables, it offers a comforting, hearty meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Produce
- 1 large yellow onion (sliced)
- 2 tsp garlic (minced)
Meat
- 1 lb. ground beef
Pantry
- 2 tsp Tastefully Simple™ Avocado Oil
- 1 tsp Tastefully Simple™ Onion Onion Seasoning
- ½ tsp Tastefully Simple™ Seasoned Pepper
- 1 cup white long grain rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups beef stock
- ¾ cup Tastefully Simple™ French Onion Skillet Sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Dairy
- 1 cup Gruyére cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onion: Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sliced onion in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns golden brown and caramelizes. This process can take up to 20 minutes. If the onion begins to burn, reduce the heat and add a little more oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Ground Beef and Season: Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet to a plate. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat, then return pan to the stove. Add minced garlic, onion onion seasoning, and seasoned pepper; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Boil: Stir in the uncooked white rice, beef stock, French Onion Skillet Sauce, frozen peas and carrots, and the caramelized onions. Mix well and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture cook for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Finish with Cheese: Fluff the rice and beef mixture with a spoon to separate the grains. Add shredded Gruyére cheese and stir until melted and combined. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Caramelizing onions slowly develops deep flavor; patience during this step yields the best results.
- Drain excess fat from cooked beef to avoid greasiness in the dish.
- Ensure the rice is fully cooked and tender before adding cheese for optimal texture.
- You can substitute frozen peas and carrots with other mixed vegetables if preferred.
- Gruyére cheese provides a nutty, creamy finish but you can use Swiss or mozzarella as a substitute.
Keywords: French onion beef, beef and rice skillet, caramelized onions, one-pan dinner, comfort food
