Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers
A delightful and versatile recipe for stuffed bell peppers filled with ground meat, rice, and spices, perfect for any family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by cutting the tops off and removing the seeds.
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned, draining any excess fat.
- Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each pepper with the meat and rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack it.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- If using cheese, remove foil, sprinkle on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, swap the meat for black beans or lentils. You can add different spices for added flavor.