BEST CLASSIC STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
400 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
BEST CLASSIC STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE
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This recipe delivers classic, comforting stuffed peppers. Bell peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground meat (usually beef or a combination of beef and pork), rice, tomatoes, onions, and seasonings, then baked until tender and delicious.
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Ingredients
- 4 bell pepper any color, tops and seeds removed, large
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 pound ground beef or a mixture of beef and pork
- 1 cup rice white or brown, cooked
- 1 diced tomatoes undrained, 14.5 ounce can
- 1 tomato sauce 8 ounce can
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- salt to taste
- mozzarella cheese or cheddar cheese; shredded; optional for topping
Instructions
- Prepare peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. You can stand the peppers upside down to help drain any excess moisture.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Brown meat: Add the ground beef (or meat mixture) to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Combine filling ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes (undrained), tomato sauce, oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt. Mix well. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Stuff peppers: Fill each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture. Don't overpack them but fill them close to the top.
- Bake: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish (you may need to add a small amount of water or broth to the bottom of the dish to prevent sticking). Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender. Check for tenderness by piercing with a fork - they should give slightly.
- Add cheese (optional): If desired, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the stuffed peppers during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve: Serve the stuffed peppers hot.
Notes
- Peppers: You can use any color of bell pepper. Green peppers are traditional, but red, yellow, and orange peppers add color and a slightly sweeter flavor.
- Meat: You can use lean ground beef, ground turkey, Italian sausage, or a combination of meats.
- Rice: Cook the rice ahead of time to save time.
- Tomatoes: Diced tomatoes and tomato sauce add flavor and moisture to the filling.
- Seasoning: Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You can add other herbs and spices, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
400kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
30g
(10%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 400kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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