Beef And Orzo Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Beef And Orzo Stuffed Peppers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lrg Green peppers; 2/3 c. Italian parsley, tightly packed; 1/4 c. Pamesan cheese, grated; 2 Tbsp. Minced walnuts; 5 1/2 tsp Dry basil; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 x Clove garlic, chopped; 1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb Grnd beef; 1 1/2 c. Orzo, cooked in; 3 c. Water; 1 med Tomato, seeded and minced; 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

4 lrg Green peppers
2/3 c. Italian parsley, tightly packed
1/4 c. Pamesan cheese, grated
2 Tbsp. Minced walnuts
5 1/2 tsp Dry basil
1/2 tsp Salt
1 x Clove garlic, chopped
1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil
1 lb Grnd beef
1 1/2 c. Orzo, cooked in
3 c. Water
1 med Tomato, seeded and minced
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

1
Cut top off green peppers.
2
Remove seeds and membranes.
3
Blanch for 3 min in boiling salted water.
4
Drain, inverted on paper towels.
5
Pesto: Combine parsley, 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, walnuts, basil, salt and garlic in food processor or possibly blender till blended.
6
With motor running, slowly pour in extra virgin olive oil.
7
Process till blended.
8
Reserve.
9
Cook grnd beef in large frypan unitl not pink.
10
Pour off fat.
11
Stir in pesto, orzo and tomato.
12
Spoon equally into pepper shells.
13
Bake at 350 F. for 20 min.
14
Sprinkle with 2 Tbsps.
15
more grated Parmesan cheese.
16
NOTES : In place of all Pesto ingredients, you can use prepared pesto.

646

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lrg Green peppers, 2/3 c. Italian parsley, tightly packed, 1/4 c. Pamesan cheese, grated, 2 Tbsp. Minced walnuts, and more.

Yes, Beef And Orzo Stuffed Peppers Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!