Beef and Wild Rice Casserole

Main Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups water
• 1 (6-ounce) package long-grain and wild rice blend, seasoning packet reserved for use in another recipe
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Herb-Ox® Beef Instant Powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1/2 cup cashews

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease 2-quart baking dish.

2. 2

   In large skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Add mushrooms, celery, onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender.

3. 3

   In large bowl, combine beef mixture and remaining ingredients except seasoning packet from rice and cashews. Spoon mixture into baking dish; cover.

4. 4

   Bake casserole 30 minutes. Stir; top with cashews. Bake uncovered 30 minutes longer or until rice is tender.