italian stuffed bell peppers
This Italian-inspired stuffed bell peppers recipe combines ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and herbs for a comforting, hearty meal. The peppers are roasted to perfection, making them a beautiful and delicious dinner option.
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a pan, sauté onions and garlic until soft. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stuff the peppers with the beef and rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Tips:
For a vegetarian option, replace the beef with lentils or a mixture of mushrooms and quinoa.