My Grandmother Cooks This Dinner Every 3 Days — I LOVE THIS RECIPE
There’s just something special about food made by a grandmother. It’s not just about the ingredients — it’s the memories, the love, and the traditions that come with every bite.
In our family, there’s one recipe that’s been a staple for as long as I can remember. My grandmother cooks this dinner every three days like clockwork, and honestly? I never get tired of it. It’s warm, comforting, and absolutely packed with flavor. It tastes like home — every single time.
The Dish That Brings Us Together
We all have that one meal that feels like a hug. For me, this is it.
This recipe isn’t fancy, but that’s the beauty of it. It’s made with simple, honest ingredients — the kind that fill the kitchen with delicious smells and make everyone drift in from different rooms, asking, “Is dinner ready yet?”
It’s the kind of meal that feeds not just your stomach, but your soul.
The Recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
Yes, this is the one — my grandmother’s Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole. It’s hearty, cheesy, savory, and endlessly comforting. The ingredients are easy to find, and the process is simple enough that anyone can make it — but somehow, it always tastes best from her kitchen.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 ¾ cups beef broth
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
A sprinkle of paprika (her secret ingredient)
Instructions:
Brown the beef in a large skillet until fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat.
Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant — about 2 minutes.
Stir in rice, broth, tomatoes (with juice), soup, Worcestershire, and seasonings. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover and cook on low for about 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
