Description
Cheesy Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients
6 large green bell peppers
1 lb ground beef
1 cup cooked white or brown rice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup marinara or tomato sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
Prepare the Bell Peppers: Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Lightly brush with olive oil, season with salt, and set aside.
Cook the Filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, cooked rice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Stuff the Peppers: Fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture. Place them in a baking dish.
Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
Add the Cheese: Remove the foil, top each pepper with a generous amount of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy hot!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 380 kcal per serving
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