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Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers

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A comforting and easy recipe for stuffed bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, and cheese, baked in a savory tomato sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, 1 cup of tomato sauce, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Mix well.
  5. Spoon the beef and rice mixture evenly into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
  6. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Pour the remaining tomato sauce around the peppers.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil, top the peppers with shredded cheddar cheese, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • For meal prep, you can assemble the stuffed peppers ahead of time and refrigerate them. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the covered baking time.
  • These stuffed peppers also freeze well. Let them cool completely, then wrap them tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • Variations: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef. Add other vegetables like corn or diced zucchini to the filling. Use different cheeses like Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend.

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