Ingredients:
- 6 large green bell peppers
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. cumin
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Cut off the tops of the peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the peppers for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft. Drain off any excess fat.
Add the cooked rice, tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and chili powder to the skillet. Mix well and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
Stuff the beef and rice mixture into the peppers. Place the peppers in a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition:
Serving size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 333
- Total fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 72mg
- Sodium: 891mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 24g
Stuffed Peppers Rice Beef is a delicious and hearty meal that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of ground beef, rice, and spices stuffed inside a tender green bell pepper and topped with melted cheddar cheese is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
When selecting peppers, choose ones that are firm and have a bright green color. The rice can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
For a vegetarian version of this recipe, simply omit the ground beef and replace it with cooked lentils or black beans. You can also experiment with different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or pepper jack, for a delicious twist on this classic dish.
Overall, Stuffed Peppers Rice Beef is a versatile and satisfying meal that is sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation. Try it tonight and enjoy!
