Cheesy Beef Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Cheesy Beef Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 peppers, assorted colors, sliced in half, seeds removed (assortment of colors); 1 pound grass fed ground beef; 1/2 onion, diced; 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs; 1/3 cup dried Parmesan cheese; 1 egg; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 bunch fresh basil, divided; 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1-2 cups Marinara sauce; 1/3 cup fresh Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3-4 peppers, assorted colors, sliced in half, seeds removed (assortment of colors)
1 pound grass fed ground beef
1/2 onion, diced
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1/3 cup dried Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 bunch fresh basil, divided
2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1-2 cups Marinara sauce
1/3 cup fresh Parmesan cheese

1
Cut the peppers in half and pull out the seeds.
2
In a large mixing bowl combine the beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, 1/3 cup Mozzarella cheese, egg, tomato paste, garlic, salt, pepper, and half of the fresh basil.
3
Mix well, using your hands to get the mixture combined.
4
Place a heaping spoonful of the meat mixture into each pepper, pressing it down.
5
Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, pour the sauce evenly over the top, then sprinkle with the fresh Parmesan cheese and 1/3 cup of the Mozzarella cheese.
6
Cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes at 400*.
7
Sprinkle the fresh Parmesan cheese and 1/3 cup of the Mozzarella cheese evenly over the peppers, cover again, and bake an additional 15 minutes.
8
Sprinkle the cooked peppers with fresh basil, and serve hot.
9
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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 peppers, assorted colors, sliced in half, seeds removed (assortment of colors), 1 pound grass fed ground beef, 1/2 onion, diced, 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Beef Stuffed 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Beef Stuffed Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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