This holiday season, treat your friends and family to a delightful dish of stuffed bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, rice, veggies, and spices. These peppers are a festive and colorful addition to any holiday spread, and sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup of cheese, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each bell pepper with the meat mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the peppers, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Bell peppers are rich in vitamin C, making them a healthy choice for your holiday meal.
Stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy holiday dish.
Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients, such as beans, quinoa, or different types of meat.