Our Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers Recipe

Name: Our Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 -6 medium green peppers; ¾ cup whole grain brown rice, uncooked; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; ¼ teaspoon dried basil; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon beef bouillon; 18-¼ teaspoon pepper; 12-1 cup cheddar cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

5 -6 medium green peppers
¾ cup whole grain brown rice, uncooked
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon beef bouillon
18-¼ teaspoon pepper
12-1 cup cheddar cheese (optional)

1
Remove tops and seeds from green peppers.
2
In a large kettle with enough water to cover peppers, boil; then cook peppers 5 minutes.
3
Remove and drain.
4
Cook brown rice by package directions.
5
In skillet, brown beef and onion; drain well.
6
Add tomato sauce, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and beef bouillon.
7
Cook 5 minutes.
8
Stir in rice and cheese if desired.
9
Stuff peppers with mixture and top with cheese, if desired.
10
Place upright in shallow baking dish or casserole.
11
Bake at 375 F for 15-20 minutes.

1812

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

Carbs

103

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 -6 medium green peppers, ¾ cup whole grain brown rice, uncooked, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Our Favorite Stuffed Green 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!

Our Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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