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Stuffed Bell Peppers

A quick and hearty weeknight dinner: bell peppers filled with a savory mix of ground meat, rice, and onion, baked until tender.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
25g
Stuffed Bell Peppers
comfortingheartyAmericangluten-freebeeftenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

  • 4 whole green bell peppers
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut the 4 bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes, and place cut-side up in a baking dish.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup cooked rice, 1 finely chopped onion, 1 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp salt. Mix until just combined.

  3. 3

    Stuff each pepper half with the meat mixture, mounding it slightly. Press gently to pack.

  4. 4

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 160°F).

  5. 5

    Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, top with shredded cheese or tomato sauce before baking.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking dish
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

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