Description
This Sauerkraut Casserole with Ground Beef is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the tangy taste of sauerkraut with savory ground beef, rice, and a cheesy topping. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients:
- 1 (16 oz) jar sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned. Stir in sauerkraut, diced tomatoes, cooked rice, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, use smoked paprika or add a dash of hot sauce.
- You can substitute ground turkey or pork for beef.
- This casserole pairs well with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Casserole
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
