Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium green peppers; 1 lb lean ground beef; ⅓ cup chopped yellow onion; ¼ cup chopped button mushroom; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; ½ cup uncooked long-grain rice; ¼ cup prepared breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; ¼ teaspoon dried basil; 6 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese; 1 dash garlic salt; 1 dash pepper

Servings: persons

6 medium green peppers
1 lb lean ground beef
⅓ cup chopped yellow onion
¼ cup chopped button mushroom
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup uncooked long-grain rice
¼ cup prepared breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon soy sauce
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
6 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
1 dash garlic salt
1 dash pepper

1
Cut the tops of the poppers and remove the seeds and membrane.
2
Precook the peppers in boiling salted water for about 1 minute and drain on paper towels.
3
If you like firmer peppers, cool in icebath or omit precooking.
4
Meanwhile, lightly brown onions, mushrooms, and add the ground beef.
5
Stuffing will continue to cook with the rice.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Drain grease.
8
Add tomato sauce, uncooked rice, oragano, basil, and soy sauce.
9
Cover and simmer until rice is tender; about 15-20 minutes.
10
Stir in bread crumbs.Rice will continue to cook in oven.
11
Stuff peppers and stand upright in baking dish.
12
Top with 1 tablespoon of grated parmesan cheese on each stuffed pepper.
13
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until rice is fully cooked.
14
Add bell pepper tops last 10 minutes of cooking to avoid burning the stuffing.

525

kcal

Calories

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 medium green peppers, 1 lb lean ground beef, ⅓ cup chopped yellow onion, ¼ cup chopped button mushroom, and more.

Yes, Easy 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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Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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