Bolognese Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Bolognese Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup cooked rice; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1/8 cup minced carrots; 1/8 cup celery; 6 bell peppers (any color) stems and seeds removed, cut in half lengthwise; 1/2 pound ground beef; 1/4 pound pancetta or lightly smoked bacon, diced; 1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce; 1/4 cup red wine; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Servings: persons

1/2 cup cooked rice
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/8 cup minced carrots
1/8 cup celery
6 bell peppers (any color) stems and seeds removed, cut in half lengthwise
1/2 pound ground beef
1/4 pound pancetta or lightly smoked bacon, diced
1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots and celery; cook and stir until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in ground beef and pancetta, and cook until browned and crumbled; drain off any excess liquid, and return to heat. Add marinara sauce, wine, and red pepper flakes, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in cream, half of the Parmesan cheese, and rice. Simmer 5 minutes more, or until most liquid has absorbed.
4
Place peppers in a shallow baking dish, and fill with beef mixture. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
5
Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Serve hot.

620

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup cooked rice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1/8 cup minced carrots, 1/8 cup celery, and more.

Yes, Bolognese Stuffed Bell Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Bolognese Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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