Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef

 

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef! Classic stuffed bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, and melted cheese. Hearty, comforting, and perfect for an easy family dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers (any color), tops removed and seeds cleaned

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 cup cooked white rice

• 1 cup tomato sauce

• ½ cup diced onion

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• 1 tbsp olive oil

Full Recipe:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add bell peppers and boil for 3–4 minutes to soften slightly. Drain and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Add diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.

Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Spoon the filling evenly into each bell pepper.

Place peppers upright in the prepared baking dish.

Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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