Classic Stuffed Peppers Dinner (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Bell peppers filled with beef, rice, and cheese make a cozy, satisfying dinner for any night.
# Ingredients List:
→ For the Filling
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4 whole bell peppers
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1 pound ground beef
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1 cup cooked rice
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 cup diced tomatoes, drained
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
→ For the Topping
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
→ For Cooking
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Slice the tops from the bell peppers, remove seeds, rinse, and drain thoroughly.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent.
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Add ground beef to the skillet and brown, breaking it apart as it cooks.
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Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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Fill each prepared pepper with the beef and rice mixture until well-packed.
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Stand stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Pour about 1/4 inch water into the base of the dish.
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Cover baking dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
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Remove foil, top each pepper with mozzarella and parmesan. Return to oven, baking uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
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Let peppers cool for a few minutes, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
# Extra Information:
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Classic stuffed peppers are ideal for meal preparation and store well in the refrigerator or freezer for later meals.