Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers (any color) ๐ถ๏ธ
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey ๐
- 1/2 cup cooked rice ๐
- 1 small onion, diced ๐ง
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained ๐
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese ๐ง
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning ๐ฟ
- Salt and pepper to taste ๐ง
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) ๐ฟ
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Place them in the baking dish.
- Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with diced onion until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Mix the Stuffing: In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat, rice, drained tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the filling into each bell pepper, packing it in well. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
These Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delicious, wholesome meal filled with savory flavors and topped with melted cheese โ perfect for any night of the week! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ ๐ง
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