Stuffed Bell Peppers Beef Rice (Printable Version)

Bell peppers packed with beef, rice, herbs, and cheese, baked until deliciously tender and satisfying.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 4 large bell peppers, tops trimmed, seeds and membranes removed
02 - 1 pound ground beef
03 - 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
04 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
06 - 1 cup tomato sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°F).
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic, stirring, until the meat is browned and the onion is soft.
03 - Transfer the cooked beef mixture to a bowl. Add cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
04 - Arrange the prepared bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Fill each pepper evenly with the beef and rice mixture.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the filled peppers.
06 - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is golden.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prep ahead perfect for busy weeknights
  • Great way to use up leftover rice or vegetables
  • Balanced one dish meal with protein and veggies
  • Simple ingredients you probably already have at home
  • Freezer friendly and great for leftovers
02 -
  • Naturally gluten free and easily adapted for special diets
  • A complete meal in one pan means less cleanup
  • Freezes beautifully so you can stock up for future dinners
03 -
  • Let your peppers rest for five minutes before serving for easier cutting
  • If your peppers are on the larger side add five more minutes to bake time to guarantee tenderness
  • Always taste and adjust seasoning in the filling before stuffing this ensures every bite is rich and flavorful without needing much extra at the table

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