Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

4 servings
This stuffed peppers recipe is not only easy to make but is made with real ingredients you will actually have on hand (and can pronounce)!

Ingredients

  • green bell peppers

    can use red if you prefer

    4 large
  • lean ground beef or turkey
    1 lb
  • worcestershire sauce
    1 tbsp
  • chopped onion
    1 tbsp
  • cooked rice

    minute rice is what i use

    1 c
  • salt
    1 tsp.
  • garlic salt
    ⅛ tsp.
  • tomato sauce

    15 oz

    1 can
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    1

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  2. 2

    Cut a circle around the top of the pepper so you can remove the top.  This is the “lid”, which you can discard.

  3. 3

    Use a spoon and scoop out all of the seeds and membranes inside of the pepper.

  4. 4

    Add the peppers to a pot of water.  Heat to boiling and cook for 5-7 minutes and then drain.

  5. 5

    While peppers are boiling, brown the ground beef (or turkey) until cooked through.

  6. 6

    Add in onion and cook until softened.

  7. 7

    Drain and return to the skillet.

  8. 8

    Mix in 1/4 – 1/3 cup of cheese.

  9. 9

    Add the rice, salt, garlic salt and 1 cup of tomato sauce to the beef. Cook until all is hot.

  10. 10

    Spoon the beef mixture into the peppers.

  11. 11

    Stand upright in a small baking dish (recommended size is 8×8).

  12. 12

    Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the peppers.

  13. 13

    Cover with foil and bake for 45 min.

  14. 14

    Uncover and sprinkle with cheese.

  15. 15

    Bake until cheese is melted.

Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

70 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Searching for a comforting, hearty meal that's both simple to prepare and packed with flavor? This stuffed bell peppers recipe delivers, offering a delicious homemade dinner using ingredients you likely already have on hand. What makes these stuffed peppers stand out is their straightforward approach, focusing on real, recognizable ingredients. The combination of lean ground meat, savory Worcestershire, and aromatic onion, all encased in tender bell peppers, creates a satisfying entree without fuss. You can anticipate a wonderfully savory and comforting dish with these stuffed peppers. Each vibrant bell pepper, whether green or red, becomes tender and sweet as it bakes, cradling a rich, seasoned filling of ground beef or turkey, fluffy rice, and a robust tomato sauce. The dish is topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese, adding a creamy, gooey finish that ties all the flavors together. This entree-sized portion is designed to be a complete meal, leaving you feeling perfectly satisfied. Feel free to customize this stuffed bell peppers recipe to your preferences. While green bell peppers are traditional, red bell peppers offer a slightly sweeter profile. You can easily swap lean ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option. If you're out of minute rice, any pre-cooked rice will work perfectly. These savory stuffed peppers make a fantastic family dinner any night of the week. Serve them hot as a stand-alone entree, perhaps alongside a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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