Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice
Sep 12
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Stuffed bell peppers are filled with a savory blend of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and spices, topped with cheese, and baked for a classic, comforting meal. These peppers are hearty, flavorful, and make a great family dinner that's both satisfying and easy to prepare for any occasion.
This classic recipe for stuffed bell peppers is a delicious and hearty meal, perfect for a family dinner. Vibrant bell peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, cooked rice, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices. The filling is rich and satisfying, offering a balance of tender meat, fragrant rice, and a juicy tomato base. Once stuffed, the peppers are topped with cheese and baked until the peppers are perfectly tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly. Serve them with a light salad or crusty bread for a complete meal. This dish is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or different types of ground meat. Not only is it a comforting way to enjoy fresh bell peppers, it also makes excellent leftovers and freezes well for meal prep.
Ingredients
- Bell peppers (any color) — 4 large
- Ground beef — 500g (1 lb)
- Cooked rice — 1 cup
- Onion, finely chopped — 1 medium
- Garlic cloves, minced — 2
- Diced tomatoes (canned or fresh) — 1 cup
- Tomato paste — 2 tbsp
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
- Salt — to taste
- Black pepper — to taste
- Paprika — 1 tsp
- Dried oregano — 1 tsp
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
4. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
5. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cooked rice, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until heated through.
6. Fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture and place them upright in a baking dish.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
8. Pour a small amount of water (about 1/4 cup) into the bottom of the baking dish to help steam the peppers.
9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and peppers are tender.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.