Stuffed Bell Peppers
Savory and hearty stuffed bell peppers packed with flavor and customizable filling options, perfect for meal prep and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free optional
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing the seeds.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the ground meat in the skillet, breaking it apart until browned, and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Combine the cooked rice and diced tomatoes with their juice into the meat mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Stuff each pepper with the filling mixture, leaving space at the top for cheese.
- Add shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper and pour a bit of water into the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the peppers are tender.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
These stuffed peppers freeze well, making them great for future dinners.
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