Description
A comforting and flavorful stuffed pepper casserole that combines the savory taste of stuffed peppers with the convenience of a casserole. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers, diced
- 1 pound ground beef (or vegetarian alternative)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes or paprika, fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep the Vegetables: Dice bell peppers, chop the onion, and mince garlic.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked ground beef, rice, bell peppers, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest: Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of red, green, and yellow bell peppers for a colorful dish.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or paprika.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g