French 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
Scale
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
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