Ground Beef Stuffed Green Bell Peppers With Cheese
This recipe features vibrant green bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and melty cheese. It's a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner.
Equipment
- 1 roasting pan or baking dish
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 large green bell peppers Cut the tops off and remove the seeds.
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup diced tomatoes Canned or fresh.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or mozzarella.
- 1 small onion Chopped.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the green bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them upright in a roasting pan or baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well and remove from heat.
- Spoon the beef and rice mixture evenly into each bell pepper. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese.
- Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to help steam the peppers and cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables, spices, or different types of cheese based on your preferences. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.