Description

Warm memories gather around these classic stuffed green peppers, a timeless dish where the oven does the steady work to create a balanced and comforting family meal.

Ingredients

Scale

6 large green bell peppers
1 lb ground beef
1 cup cooked white rice
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried basil
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup water

Instructions

Step: Wash peppers, remove tops and seeds, and arrange upright in a baking dish.
Step: Cook onion in olive oil until soft, add garlic, then brown ground beef.
Step: Stir in tomato paste, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, and seasonings and simmer briefly.
Step: Mix cooked rice into beef mixture until evenly combined.
Step: Stuff peppers with filling and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
Step: Add water to the baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
Step: Bake at 375 degrees F until peppers are tender, then uncover and finish baking.
Step: Rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Large, evenly shaped peppers are easiest to stuff. If using very lean beef, add a splash of extra tomato sauce to maintain moisture. Leftovers should be reheated in the oven to preserve the best texture.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 650 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 22 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: stuffed peppers, ground beef, classic recipe, comfort food, dinner, oven baked