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Baked stuffed bell peppers filled with beef, rice, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh parsley and served warm.

Easy Stuffed Peppers

This Easy Stuffed Peppers recipe is a comforting and delicious dinner option filled with savory beef, rice, and tomato sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers any color, tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup tomato sauce plus extra for topping
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stuff each bell pepper with the beef mixture and place in the baking dish.
  6. Top each pepper with a spoonful of tomato sauce and cover with foil.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with turkey, chicken, or a plant-based alternative. For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes.