Stuffed Bell Peppers
If you’re in search of a comforting and flavorful meal that unites the family, look no further than these Stuffed Bell Peppers. Bursting with vibrant colors and hearty ingredients, this dish features tender roasted bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of ground beef and rice, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these stuffed beauties can be prepared ahead of time or whipped up in under an hour. Each bite offers an explosion of flavors thanks to the combination of spices and salsa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bell peppers (2 green, 2 yellow, 2 red)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup white jasmine rice
- 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 21 oz salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the insides. Rinse and pat dry.
- Place peppers upright in a baking dish; season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Sauté onions in a pot until translucent; add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Mix in salsa, taco seasoning, cumin, uncooked rice, and broth; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir half of the cheese into the filling before scooping it into each roasted pepper; top with remaining cheese.
- Return to the oven uncovered for an additional 15-18 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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