Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
A colorful and hearty dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1.5 cups Brown Rice, cooked
- 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes (1 can)
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- to taste Kosher Salt and Pepper
- 7 large Bell Peppers, tops removed and cored
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
- Freshly Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Place the bell peppers cut side up in a baking dish to prepare them for stuffing.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, for about 5–6 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 4–5 minutes until the flavors meld.
- Fill each pepper generously with the beef and rice mixture. Bake in the oven until the peppers are tender, approximately 10–12 minutes.
- Sprinkle the top of each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese. Continue baking for an additional 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for a fresh touch of color and flavor.
Notes
- For extra tender peppers, pre-roast them for 5 minutes before stuffing.
- You can also substitute brown rice with quinoa or white rice.
- Experiment with different cheeses or add breadcrumbs for added crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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