Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers are a vibrant and delicious dish that combines colorful peppers with a savory filling of seasoned ground meat, rice, and cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe guarantees a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a cozy weeknight meal, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress and satisfy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (brown or white)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce (canned or homemade)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked (5-7 minutes). Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Stuff the prepared bell peppers with the meat-rice mixture and place them upright in a baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top of each pepper, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian twist, substitute ground meat with black beans or lentils. - Feel free to add fresh herbs or different cheese varieties for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F.