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Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe Perfect for Dinner

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A colorful, hearty, and healthy dinner option featuring roasted bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground meat, veggies, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, green, or orange)
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set it aside.
  2. Wash the bell peppers and slice off the tops. Remove seeds and membranes inside, creating a hollow cavity for the filling. Set them upright in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Add the seasonings—salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning—and mix well. Cook for another 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  6. Spoon the filling into each bell pepper, packing it down gently. Fill each pepper to the top.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle the tops of the peppers with shredded cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Notes

Choose firm, evenly-shaped peppers that can stand upright. Ensure the filling is fully cooked before stuffing the peppers. Cover the dish with foil while baking to prevent dryness and remove it at the end for a cheesy topping.

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