For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with lentils or crumbled plant-based meat alternatives. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese. Mozzarella or cheddar cheese also work well in this recipe. To add a touch of sweetness, consider adding a pinch of sugar to the tomato sauce. The stuffed peppers can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Add about 15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Stuffed Red Peppers
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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Embrace the warmth of home cooking with these vibrant stuffed red peppers, bursting with a savory blend of beef, aromatic herbs, and hearty brown rice, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. A comforting and satisfying dish that's both wholesome and delicious.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate74 g
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Cholesterol50 mg
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Fiber9 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium1095 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
40 mins
In a saucepan, bring water and brown rice to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. (Approximately 40 minutes). Transfer cooked rice to a large mixing bowl.
02
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
03
Step
10 mins
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Add diced onion, mushrooms, and chopped garlic; cook and stir until the beef is completely browned. (7-10 minutes). Mix the beef mixture into the cooked brown rice.
04
Step
2 mins
Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning into the rice mixture; season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
05
Step
2 mins
Arrange the bell peppers in a baking dish. Spoon a generous amount of the filling into each bell pepper, packing it firmly.
06
Step
1 hrs
Bake in the preheated oven until the peppers are tender. (Approximately 1 hour). Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the stuffed peppers before serving for a delightful finish.
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Jun 15, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat. Delicious!
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Mar 12, 2025Next time, I'm going to try adding some chopped bell pepper to the filling for extra flavor and texture.
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Mar 3, 2025I like to broil the peppers for the last few minutes to get the cheese nice and bubbly.
Felicita Sauer
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Nov 11, 2024The kids loved these! I even snuck in some finely chopped spinach for added nutrients.
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Oct 11, 2024Freezes well! I made a double batch and froze half for a quick weeknight meal.
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Sep 6, 2024I didn't have tomato paste, so I used a bit more tomato sauce and simmered the filling longer to thicken it. Worked perfectly.