Granny's Cherokee Casserole

Name: Granny's Cherokee Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 onion, finely diced; 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup; 1 cup instant rice; 2 teaspoons white sugar; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 6 slices American cheese

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My Granny always made this easy casserole for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner.

Recipe by Heather Denard

Updated on September 12, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

11

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, finely diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup instant rice
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 slices American cheese

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place ground beef and onions in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until beef is evenly brown. Drain any excess fat.
Add tomatoes, condensed soup, rice, sugar, garlic powder, thyme, and oregano. Mix well and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Place in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Top with cheese slices and bake until cheese is bubbling and browning, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

241	Calories
15g	Fat
13g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 11
Calories 241
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 7g	35%
Cholesterol 46mg	15%
Sodium 523mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 12g
Vitamin C 5mg	27%
Calcium 101mg	8%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 180mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.