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Italian Stuffed Peppers Recipe With Ground Beef And Rice

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Description

Italian stuffed peppers are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. These peppers are filled with a delicious mixture of ground beef, rice, and Italian seasonings that will leave you satisfied and full. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, or it can be made ahead for a meal prep option.

Prep Time

Prep time for this recipe takes approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time for this recipe takes approximately 50 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 bell peppers, any color
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Frying pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. 3. In a frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat. 4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the frying pan with the ground beef and cook until the onion is soft. 5. Add the can of diced tomatoes, cooked rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the frying pan with the ground beef mixture. Stir to combine. 6. Stuff the bell peppers with the ground beef mixture and place them in a baking dish. 7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the stuffed peppers. 8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. 9. Remove the foil from the baking dish and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 10. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top of the stuffed peppers before serving.

Notes

These Italian stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 256
  • Protein: 21g
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fiber: 4g

Recipe Tips

  • Feel free to use any color bell peppers that you like for this recipe.
  • If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can use a combination of dried basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • You can add additional vegetables to the ground beef mixture, such as zucchini or mushrooms.
  • If the stuffed peppers are browning too quickly, cover them with foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.

Enjoy your delicious Italian stuffed peppers!


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