✔ 1 lb (450g) ground beef
✔ 1 small onion, diced
✔ 2 cloves garlic, minced
✔ 1 teaspoon salt
✔ ½ teaspoon black pepper
✔ ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
✔ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Rice & Sauce:
✔ 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
✔ 1 ¾ cups beef broth
✔ 1 can (10 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)
✔ 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
✔ ½ cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
✔ 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)