Stuffed Peppers with Meat and Rice
A flavorful dish of bell peppers stuffed with ground meat and rice, cooked in a savory tomato sauce.
This classic stuffed pepper recipe combines tender bell peppers with a delicious filling of meat, rice, and spices, perfect for lunch.
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Ingredients
- Garlic - 2 cloves
- Tomatoes - 200 g
- Rice - 200 g
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste
- - 500 g
- Bell Peppers - 4 pieces
- Olive Oil - 2 tbsp
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
Step 3
Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Step 5
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Step 6
Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
Step 7
Stuff each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
Step 8
Pour a little water or tomato sauce into the dish to keep the peppers moist.
Step 9
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Step 10
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and slightly browned.
Step 11
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Cook's Notes
Add grated cheese on top of the peppers for a cheesy twist.