Beef Stuffed Peppers

Elevate your dinner game with these hearty, flavor-packed Beef Stuffed Peppers, a classic comfort food that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Tender bell peppers are filled to the brim with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, fluffy white rice, zesty diced tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese and optionally garnished with fresh parsley, this easy-to-make dish is baked to perfection for a satisfying, family-friendly meal. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these stuffed peppers are the ultimate one-dish wonder, ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. Offering a perfect balance of protein, grains, and vegetables, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen. Perfect keywords: beef stuffed peppers, easy stuffed peppers recipe, baked stuffed peppers, family dinner ideas, comfort food recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Fill each prepared bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, packing them tightly.

Step 8

Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the baking dish to help steam the peppers in the oven.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil, sprinkle the tops of the stuffed peppers with mozzarella cheese, and return to the oven uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1971.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2135.6

Total Fat 134.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 401.4mg	0%
Sodium 4721.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.6g
Protein 112.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1109.3mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 3679.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 22.5%