Hearty Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers – Powerful Comfort in Every Bite
A classic comfort dish, these Stuffed Bell Peppers feature tender bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and herbs, topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a hearty family dinner.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
1. Wash bell peppers, slice off tops, remove seeds and pith. Cook 1 cup rice according to package directions; set aside to cool.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until softened (5-7 mins). Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground beef, break it up, and brown completely (8-10 mins); drain excess fat.
3. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cooked rice, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, parsley, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well, then stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheese until combined.
4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange prepared bell peppers upright in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spoon the filling generously into each pepper cavity.
5. In a bowl, whisk remaining tomato sauce, 1/2 cup beef broth, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Pour this mixture around the base of the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.
6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the peppers are fork-tender.
7. Remove foil. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese over the top of each pepper. Return to oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and spoon extra sauce from the dish over the peppers.
Notes
Use a variety of bell pepper colors for visual appeal. For spicier results, increase the red pepper flakes or add chopped jalapeños. These peppers can also be prepared in advance and baked just before serving.
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