How to Make Stuffed Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed peppers are a classic dish that brings together the sweetness of bell peppers with a savory and satisfying filling. This recipe is perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or for entertaining guests. The versatility of stuffed peppers makes them a perfect option for any occasion, and they can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold water
  • ½ cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 6 medium green bell peppers
  • 16 ounces tomato sauce, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 stuffed peppers

  • Gather all ingredients, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a covered saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until evenly browned and crumbly, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Hollow out bell peppers by removing and discarding the tops, seeds, and membranes. Slice the bottoms of the peppers if necessary to make sure they stand up straight.
  • Arrange peppers in a baking dish with the hollowed sides facing upward.
  • Prepare filling by mixing cooked beef, cooked rice, 1/2 of the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spoon an equal amount of filling into each hollowed pepper.
  • Mix remaining tomato sauce and Italian seasoning in a bowl, and pour over the stuffed peppers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, basting with sauce every 15 minutes, until peppers are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 46mg
    • Sodium: 564mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 96mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 659mg