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Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Hearty bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, vegetables, and melted pepper jack cheese, baked to tender perfection for an easy, comforting all-in-one meal.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 stuffed peppers (or 8 smaller ones)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

6 whole bell peppers (or 8 if smaller)

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

8 ounces lean ground beef

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 large zucchini, diced

4 Roma tomatoes, diced

1 cup cooked rice (white or brown mix)

2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Cut tops off peppers, remove stems and seeds, finely chop the tops, and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef with salt and pepper; remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to pan; sauté onion and chopped pepper tops for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and zucchini; cook 1 more minute.
  5. Stir in tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, then add beef and rice. Adjust seasoning and stir in 1½ cups cheese. Cool mixture.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place peppers cut-side up in a baking dish.
  7. Stuff each pepper with filling and top with remaining ½ cup cheese.
  8. Pour a little water into dish, cover with foil, and bake 30 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake 15–20 minutes more until peppers are soft and cheese is browned.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey or sausage for beef.
  • Try cheddar, mozzarella, or feta instead of pepper jack cheese.
  • Use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for different textures.
  • Add herbs like basil or spices such as chili flakes for extra flavor.
  • Pre-cooking peppers is not necessary.

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