These stuffed bell peppers are a colorful and hearty dish, filled with ground meat and rice. They make for a satisfying dinner that’s easy to customize. Serves two.
Ingredients:
- 2 large bell peppers
- 200g ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Prepare the peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Place them in a baking dish, cut side up.
- Make the filling: In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until everything is heated through.
- Stuff the peppers: Fill each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for about 30-35 minutes. If you like a bit of char, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Serve: Once cooked, let the stuffed peppers cool for a minute before serving. They’re great on their own or served with a fresh salad!
Choose red and yellow bell peppers for a colorful presentation. Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbly, and garnish with fresh basil. Perfect for a hearty, family-friendly dinner.
Nutrient Breakdown (per serving):
Protein: 28g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fat: 12g
Potential Allergies: This recipe contains gluten if you use traditional bread crumbs in the filling. For a gluten-free option, use rice or gluten-free breadcrumbs.