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Delicious Homemade Comfort Food That's Better Than Takeout

A classic Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe that’s simple, satisfying, and versatile for various dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Use lean meat for a lighter filling
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Brown rice or quinoa recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Diced finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Fresh tomatoes can be used
For the Peppers
  • 4 Bell Peppers Any color of your choice
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Or a mix of oregano and basil
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish.
  2. Wash the bell peppers, slice off the tops, and discard the stems and seeds.
  3. In a skillet, heat oil and sauté diced onion until translucent, about 4-5 minutes, then add minced garlic for another minute.
  4. Add ground beef or turkey to the skillet, cooking until browned (6-8 minutes).
  5. Mix in cooked rice and tomato sauce, followed by Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  6. Fill each bell pepper with the meat mixture, packing it down slightly.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Cool for a few minutes before serving, optionally sprinkling cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Stuffed bell peppers are great for meal prep; they can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.

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