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Unstuffed Peppers

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🌢️ Enjoy the classic flavors of bell peppers combined with hearty beef and tender rice in this easy one-pan recipe.
🍽️ This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a balanced meal with a comforting tomato and cheese finish.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

– 1 clove garlic

– 1 yellow onion

– 2 bell peppers

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– 1/2 pound ground beef

– 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes

– 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)

– 1 teaspoon dried basil

– 1 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

– 1.5 cups beef broth

– 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

– 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

1-First, mince the garlic and dice the onion and bell peppers to get everything ready.

2-Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat, then add 1/2 pound of ground beef and cook until fully browned, stirring to break it apart.

3-Next, add the diced onion, bell peppers, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; cook and stir until the onions soften, which takes a few minutes.

4-Stir in the 1 (15 oz) can of diced tomatoes with their juices, 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice, and 1.5 cups beef broth. Cover the skillet and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.

5-Turn off the heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the 1 (8 oz) can of tomato sauce with 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl.

6-After resting, fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold in the ingredients. Pour the tomato sauce mixture over the rice, sprinkle with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, cover, and let it sit so the cheese melts.

7-Finally, garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped parsley if desired before serving. For added ease, check out our Onion and Pepper Kielbasa with Rice recipe for more skillet ideas.

Notes

🍳 Use a heavy skillet or Dutch oven for even heat distribution.
πŸ”₯ Maintain a gentle simmer to avoid burning the rice.
πŸ₯¦ Enhance nutrition by adding vegetables like spinach or zucchini.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Simmering and Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free broth)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/3 cups
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 646mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg