Grandma'S Simple Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Simple Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large green peppers; 1 lb ground beef; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 3 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1 minced garlic clove; 1 lb chopped fresh tomato; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided); 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

6 large green peppers
1 lb ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
3 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 minced garlic clove
1 lb chopped fresh tomato
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 teaspoon sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Cut the tops off the peppers and discard seeds and membranes.
3
Boil peppers for 5 minutes. Remove and stand upright in a 13x9 casserole dish.
4
Generously sprinkle inside of each pepper with salt (1/2 tsp or more if you like).
5
Cook ground beef and onions until meat is browned.
6
Season beef and onion mixture with remaining salt, pepper, garlic, and seasoned salt.
7
Add tomatoes, water, rice, sugar, and Worcestershire sauce and stir.
8
Cover and simmer until rice is tender (approximately 15-30 minutes).
9
Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese.
10
Stuff peppers with the meat and rice mixture.
11
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes at 350u00b0F.
12
Top peppers with remaining cheese and bake and additional 5-10 minutes.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 large green peppers, 1 lb ground beef, 1/3 cup chopped onion, 3 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Simple 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandma'S Simple Stuffed Bell Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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