Kittencal's Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Kittencal’s Stuffed Green Bell Peppers are the ultimate comfort food, blending vibrant vegetables, savory ground beef, and perfectly cooked rice into a hearty, flavor-packed meal. Each bell pepper is generously stuffed with a seasoned mixture of browned beef, sautéed onions, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs, then baked to tender perfection in a tomato sauce infused with diced tomatoes. Topped with a golden, bubbly layer of melted mozzarella cheese, these stuffed peppers are as satisfying as they are delicious. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a beautiful presentation. With just 20 minutes of prep and straightforward steps, you’ll have a wholesome and crowd-pleasing dish that pairs perfectly with a fresh green salad or crusty bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 whole green bell peppers
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups tomato sauce
• 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the green bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Lightly sprinkle the interior with salt and set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir the cooked rice, 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese into the beef mixture. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 6

Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit all 6 peppers. Place the peppers upright in the dish.

Step 7

Stuff each pepper generously with the beef and rice mixture, pressing it down gently to fill completely.

Step 8

In a bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce and the can of diced tomatoes (with juice). Spoon this mixture over and around the peppers in the baking dish.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tops of the peppers.

Step 11

Return the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the peppers are tender.

Step 12

Allow the stuffed peppers to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Kittencal’s Stuffed Green Bell Peppers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2386.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2157.3

Total Fat 133.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 401.4mg	0%
Sodium 4672.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 130.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1255.1mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 3316.6mg	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: 54.4%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 21.8%