Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipe
This Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipe brings bright colors, juicy bell pepper boats filled with savory ground beef, rice, and cheese goodness—a healthy dinner idea that's both easy and a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers choose red, yellow, or orange
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice white, brown, or jasmine
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
- 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes drained
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Slice off the tops, scoop out seeds and membranes, rinse inside and out, pat dry.
- Preheat oven to 375°F, grease a baking dish. Heat oil in a skillet.
- Cook for 3 minutes until fragrant and soft.
- Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook until no pink remains.
- Cook until well combined and slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning.
- Pack filling into each pepper, cover with foil, bake for 25 minutes, then add cheese and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Tips: Look for firm bell peppers, use 80/20 ground beef, and cool rice to prevent sogginess. Customize by swapping ingredients or adding spice.
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