Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice And Ground Beef
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice and Ground Beef is a classic Hessian dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a family dinner. The combination of tender bell peppers, savory ground beef, and fluffy rice makes for a satisfying and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle the tops of the peppers with shredded cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Serve the stuffed bell 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
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Baking dish Foil
Tools
Skillet Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the stuffed bell peppers with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the beef and rice mixture.
Cost
$12