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Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 cup onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes (drained)
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Optional: fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnishing

Instructions

Creating Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice is straightforward when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed peppers.
2. Prepare the Peppers: Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
3. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Add Ground Beef: Stir in the ground beef, cooking until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
5. Combine Ingredients: In the skillet with the cooked beef, add the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
6. Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the beef and rice mixture into each bell pepper until they are generously filled.
7. Top with Cheese: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each one.
8. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Garnish: Once cooked, take the peppers out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

These step-by-step instructions will lead you to create the most satisfying Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice.

  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 25g