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Creamy Smothered Beef and Rice

Creamy Smothered Beef and Rice: Ultimate 4-Servings Dinner for Busy Families


  • Author: Allen Tom
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Creamy Smothered Beef and Rice is a crowd‑pleasing one‑pot dinner featuring tender smoked beef cubes bathed in a luscious heavy‑cream sauce infused with onion, garlic, and aromatic herbs, served over fluffy white rice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting recipe delivers restaurant‑quality richness with simple pantry staples, making it perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or meal‑prep plans. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright finish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb smoked beef, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
  2. Add smoked beef; brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add beef broth; bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream; let sauce thicken.
  5. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  6. Serve the creamy beef mixture over rice; garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • For extra freshness
  • pair with a crisp salad for fresh finish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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