Delicious Stuffed Peppers Recipe
Experience a burst of flavor with our vibrant stuffed peppers, perfect for any occasion! These colorful beauties are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and spices, topped with melted cheese. They’re not only simple to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy a delightful meal that brings warmth and joy to your dinner table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in cooked rice and tomato sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each pepper with the meat mixture and place upright in a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg