Description
Dive into extreme savory comfort! Beefy 80/20 richness meets sharp cheddar and fragrant garlic-infused butter, all piled high on fluffy rice. Find the full skillet method and nutritional facts here.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 4 cups hot cooked white rice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease, then season the beef lightly with salt and pepper. Set the beef aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet (wiped clean if necessary), melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic brown or burn.
- Step 3: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the garlic butter. Stir in the soy sauce and mix well, ensuring the beef is thoroughly coated in the garlic butter mixture. Reduce the heat to low.
- Step 4: Add the 4 cups of hot cooked rice to the beef mixture in the skillet. Toss the rice thoroughly with the beef and sauce until the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
- Step 5: Divide the cheesy beef and garlic rice mixture into individual oven-safe bowls, or leave it spread evenly in the skillet. Sprinkle the combined shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese heavily over the top. Cover the skillet until the cheese is melted and gooey (about 2 minutes), or place the bowls/skillet under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For safe storage, cool any leftovers rapidly (within two hours) and keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat single servings in a microwave with a small splash of water or broth to prevent the rice from drying out, or warm in a 350°F oven until the cheese is gooey again.
- To perfectly balance the incredibly rich, savory profile, serve this bowl alongside a dollop of sour cream or a quick side of pickled jalapeños for a refreshing acidic crunch.
- Prevent burnt garlic, which turns bitter; pull the butter and garlic off the heat instantly if the mince starts to turn golden, relying on residual heat to finish the infusion before adding the beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (approx. 550g)
- Calories: 980
- Sodium: 1750mg
- Fat: 72g
- Saturated Fat: 34g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g