Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this recipe for stuffed green peppers. The peppers are filled with a delicious mixture of ground beef, rice, and vegetables, then baked to perfection. It's a perfect dish for a family dinner or potluck gathering. With its amazing taste and vibrant colors, these stuffed green peppers are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 6 green peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
- Cut off the tops of the green peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, parsley, basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Place the green peppers in a baking dish and fill each pepper with the beef and rice mixture. Top each pepper with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the stuffed green peppers cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
