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Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers

Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers

Large bell peppers filled with a savory mix of seasoned ground beef, rice, and cheese, baked to perfection for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 peppers
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Medium Saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked rice white jasmine rice recommended
  • 6 large bell peppers any color
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the bell peppers by slicing off the tops and removing seeds.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion and the usable parts of the pepper tops until softened.
  • Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Cook until heated through.
  • Remove from heat and mix in cooked rice and one cup of shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff each bell pepper with the beef mixture, packing it in tightly. Place peppers upright in a baking dish and add one cup of water to the bottom.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Return to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted. Optional: broil for a golden top.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Keyword Ground Beef, Stuffed Peppers