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baked stuffed bell peppers

Baked Stuffed Bell Peppers: Easy and Delicious Comfort Food

Join me for juicy baked stuffed bell peppers filled with savory beef, rice, and melted cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 cup (200 g) cooked rice
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheese
  • 1 can (14 oz or 400 g) diced tomatoes
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté onions and garlic until soft, then add ground beef, cooking until browned.
  4. Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly.
  5. Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, then top with shredded cheese.
  6. Place peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, removing foil for the last 5 minutes to brown the cheese.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to use ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • Add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

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