Delicious and Hearty Meaty Stuffed Pepper Casserole

This Meaty Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of ground beef, bell peppers, rice, and a savory tomato sauce. Easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal on the table in no time. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bell peppers or to enjoy the classic stuffed pepper flavors in a new and convenient way.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 4 bell peppers, cored and halved
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
5. Arrange the bell pepper halves in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. Spoon the beef and rice mixture into each bell pepper half, filling them generously.
7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the stuffed peppers, and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
10. Enjoy the delicious and hearty Meaty Stuffed Pepper Casserole!

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