Description
Savor the delightful flavors of these easy-to-make stuffed bell peppers filled with savory ground beef, rice, and melted cheese—perfect for any family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Increase heat and add ground beef. Cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in cooked rice, salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. Remove from heat.
- Fill each pepper generously with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish with a splash of water to maintain moisture. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider using quinoa instead of rice or swapping ground beef for turkey or a plant-based alternative. To prevent sogginess, select firm bell peppers and avoid overcooking them before stuffing.