Stuffed Green Peppers

These Stuffed Green Peppers offer a hearty, home-style meal perfect for family dinners. The combination of lean ground beef, fluffy cooked rice, and aromatic seasonings creates a savory filling that contrasts beautifully with the crisp-tender bell peppers. Topped with a simple tomato sauce, this dish delivers comfort in every bite. It is an economical and satisfying option that uses pantry staples. Serve as a main course with a side salad or crusty bread. The flavors meld together during baking to create a cohesive and warming plate that appeals to both children and adults.

Cooking Method: Microwave

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 15.0

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

These Stuffed Green Peppers offer a hearty, home-style meal perfect for family dinners. The combination of lean ground beef, fluffy cooked rice, and aromatic seasonings creates a savory filling that contrasts beautifully with the crisp-tender bell peppers. Topped with a simple tomato sauce, this dish delivers comfort in every bite. It is an economical and satisfying option that uses pantry staples. Serve as a main course with a side salad or crusty bread. The flavors meld together during baking to create a cohesive and warming plate that appeals to both children and adults.

Ingredients

3 lg Green peppers

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350&# 194;Â°F (175ÃÂ°C). Cut green peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
2
In a large skillet, brown 1 lb lean ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
3
Stir in 2 cups cooked rice, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp ground thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 lightly beaten egg. Mix well.
4
Fill each pepper half with the beef and rice mixture, packing gently.
5
Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Pour 15 oz tomato sauce (divided) over the peppers, ensuring they are partially covered.
6
Stir 2 tsp beef bouillon granules into the remaining sauce and drizzle over the tops.
7
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until peppers are tender. Uncover for the last 5 minutes to brown slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 15.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use leftover rice for this recipe to save time; ensure it is cooled before mixing with the egg.

For a vegan variation, substitute the ground beef with a plant-based meat alternative and omit the egg, using a flax egg or extra binder if needed.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.

You can add diced onions or bell peppers to the meat mixture for extra flavor and texture.

Keywords: american, comfort food, dinner, easy, family meal, ground beef, green peppers, hearty, home style, main course, pepper boats, rice, stuffed, tomato sauce, us style

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