Pugliese-style Stuffed Peppers

Pugliese-style Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and hearty dish originating from the Puglia region of Italy. This recipe combines the flavors of Pugliese cuisine with the comfort of stuffed peppers, creating a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Pugliese-style Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stuff the bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture.
  6. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Peppers hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Peppers with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms.

Cost

$15