These colorful and flavorful stuffed bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of rice, ground beef, and aromatic vegetables. The bell peppers are roasted until tender, while the filling is cooked to perfection, creating a satisfying and wholesome meal. This classic dish is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in, and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 6 Bell pepper
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 cup White rice
- 1 Onion
- 4 Garlic clove
- 14 oz Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the bell peppers
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the bell peppers in a baking dish and set aside.
Cook the rice
Cook the rice according to the package instructions. Set the cooked rice aside.
Prepare the vegetables
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Brown the ground beef
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the browned beef from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté the vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Combine the filling ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, browned ground beef, sautéed onion and garlic, tomato sauce, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Stuff the bell peppers
Spoon the rice and beef mixture into the prepared bell peppers, filling them to the top. Place the stuffed bell peppers in the baking dish.
Bake the stuffed peppers
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the baking dish with foil and bake the stuffed peppers for 45 minutes.
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