A rich, comforting one-pan meal made with tender beef, savory mushrooms, and creamy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinner!

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🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or thinly sliced beef strips

• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

• 2 cups beef broth (warm)

• 1 cup milk or half-and-half

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar (optional for extra creaminess)

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

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🔥 Step-by-Step Directions

🔹 Step 1: Cook the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat.

2. Add beef and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).

3. Drain excess grease if needed.

4. Remove beef from pan and set aside.

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🔹 Step 2: Sauté Mushrooms & Aromatics

1. In the same pan, add butter.

2. Add chopped onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.

3. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.

4. Add mushrooms and cook 5–6 minutes until golden and tender.

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🔹 Step 3: Add Rice

1. Stir uncooked rice into the mushroom mixture.

2. Toast for 1–2 minutes (this adds flavor).

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🔹 Step 4: Simmer

1. Pour in warm beef broth, milk, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.

2. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.

3. Reduce heat to low.

4. Cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes, until rice is tender.

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🔹 Step 5: Make It Creamy

1. Stir cooked beef back into the pan.

2. Add heavy cream and mix well.

3. If using cheese, stir it in now until melted and creamy.

4. Simmer uncovered for 2–3 minutes until thick and creamy.

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🔹 Step 6: Finish & Serve

1. Taste and adjust seasoning.

2. Garnish with fresh parsley.

3. Serve hot.

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💡 Tips for Best Results

• For deeper flavor, use cremini or baby bella mushrooms.

• Add ¼ teaspoon paprika for mild warmth.

• If rice absorbs too much liquid, add a splash of broth or milk.

• For extra richness, stir in 1 tablespoon cream cheese at the end.

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🧊 Storage

• Refrigerate up to 4 days in airtight container.

• Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.