STUFFED BELL PEPPERS

Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for Stuffed Bell Peppers:

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers (any color), tops removed and seeds removed
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for drizzling
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Bell Peppers:
   • Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside. Rinse the peppers under cold water and set them aside.
3. Cook the Filling:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or turkey) until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until the onion is translucent.
   • Stir in the cooked rice, drained diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
4. Fill the Bell Peppers:
   • Stuff each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture. Press the filling down gently to pack it in.
5. Bake the Stuffed Peppers:
   • Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops of the peppers.
   • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
6. Add Cheese and Finish Baking:
   • Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the tops of the peppers.
   • Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the peppers are tender.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Yield:

This recipe makes 4 stuffed bell peppers.

Nutritional Information (per stuffed pepper):

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4g
  • Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 26g

Enjoy these hearty Stuffed Bell Peppers, packed with flavorful meat, rice, and cheese—a delicious and satisfying meal!