How to Make Bela's Stuffed Red Bell Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bela's Stuffed Red Bell Peppers are a true crowd-pleaser and the perfect addition to any dinner table. This recipe has been passed down through generations in my family and has always been a favorite for gatherings and special occasions. The combination of tender red bell peppers, savory ground meat, and fragrant rice makes for a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to satisfy any appetite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 ¼ cups water
  • 4 red bell peppers, tops and seeds removed
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 large Swiss chard leaves, chopped
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring the brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Place the red peppers on the prepared baking sheet, and bake until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the black-eyed peas and chard. Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook until the chard is wilted, 5 to 8 minutes. Mix in the cooked brown rice, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and lightly stuff the mixture into the red peppers. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    271 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 376mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 163mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 634mg