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Deliciously Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers: The Incredible 5-Step Recipe

  • Total Time: 32 minute

Ingredients

– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Creating Deliciously Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers is straightforward with these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Stand them upright in a baking dish.
3. Cook the Filling: In a skillet, sauté the diced onion and garlic over medium heat until translucent. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Mix the Ingredients: In the same skillet, add cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is combined and heated through.
5. Stuff the Peppers: Fill each bell pepper generously with the beef and rice mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
6. Bake: Place the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
7. Rest and Serve: Allow the peppers to rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

By following these steps, you will create a dish that not only looks appealing but also delivers on flavor!

  • Author: Alana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 stuffed peppers
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: 25g