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Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers are filled with ground beef, rice and seasonings for a super flavorful dinner that's healthy and satisfying.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 baking dish
  • large skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper
  • 6 bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • Shredded cheddar
  • Chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Transfer to a platter or bowl using a slotted spoon. Drain off all but 1 tablespoon fat.
  • Return the pan to the heat and add the onion. Cook until softened, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
  • Add the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder, stirring to coat the onions. Continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes.
  • Stir in the rice, tomatoes, tomato sauce and return the beef to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Prep the peppers buy cutting off the tops and removing the seeds/cores.
  • Arranget the peppers cut side up in a 9x13 inch baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Fill each pepper with the beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 35 minutes covered with foil.
  • Uncover and bake for 10 more minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the peppers are tender.
  • Garnish with parsley and parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Bell peppers can be stuffed up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 827mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3996IU | Vitamin C: 164mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 4mg