These stuffed bell peppers are hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. Filled with seasoned ground meat, rich and a rich tomato sauce, they’re the perfect comfort meal for any night of the week.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple, everyday ingredients
- Perfect for meal prep
- Family-friendly and filling
- Great for weeknights
- Easy to prepare
- Tastes amazing!
Stuffing the peppers and topping them with cheese before baking
The Best Stuffed Bell Peppers (Hearty & Flavorful)
Easy stuffed bell peppers filled with seasoned meat, rice, and tomato sauce. A simple, hearty meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Method
- Pre-heat oven to 375°F
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds, and dice the tops. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the peppers and cook for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced celery, onion, garlic, reserved bell pepper tops and the seasonings. Cook until the onions are soft.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices) and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Add cooked rice, stir to combine, and simmer on low for 5 minutes
- Fill the peppers with mixture and place in a baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and enjoy!
Note: This recipe filling makes enough for about 8 bell peppers. If you are using 4 peppers, you may have extra filling- save it for another batch or enjoy on it's own.