Hearty Garlic Butter Beef Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Cream

• •1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 lean)
• •1 medium Yellow Onion (finely chopped)
• •4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• •3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• •1 cup Long-Grain White Rice (uncooked)
• •2 cups Beef Broth
• •0.5 cup Heavy Cream
• •1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• •0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
• •2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• •to taste Salt
• •to taste Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.

2. 2

   Reduce the heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

4. 4

   Add the uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring it with the onion and garlic for about 1 minute until lightly toasted. Pour in the beef broth and return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.

5. 5

   Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

6. 6

   While the rice is cooking, prepare the garlic butter cream. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk constantly until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Once the rice is cooked, pour the cheddar-Parmesan cream sauce over the beef and rice in the skillet. Gently stir to combine everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is heated through and coats the rice and beef beautifully.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot directly from the skillet.

Chef's Tips

• 💡For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of dried thyme or oregano with the garlic and onion.
• 💡If you prefer a slightly thinner sauce, you can add a splash more heavy cream or beef broth to the cheese sauce.
• 💡Ensure your skillet has a tight-fitting lid for the rice to cook properly. If not, aluminum foil can be used.