Garlic Butter Beef and Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 ½ cups beef broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Cook rice in 2 cups of boiling water. Cover and simmer on low for 18–20 minutes, until tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
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While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add ground beef and break it up as it cooks. Once browned, drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in garlic, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
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Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, then let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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Add cheddar, Parmesan, and butter. Mix until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
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Fold in the cooked rice and stir until well coated with the cheesy garlic sauce.
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Top with chopped parsley and serve warm.