Classic Stuffed Peppers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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6 big bell peppers (any color you like)
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1 pound of ground beef or turkey
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1 small onion, chopped into tiny pieces
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup of cooked white or brown rice
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1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes, liquid drained
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1 cup split into two: tomato sauce
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings
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1 cup of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley for sprinkling
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let it heat up.
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Slice off the tops, then take out the seeds and membranes inside. If you'd like softer peppers, boil them in a big pot of hot water for 3 minutes before dunking in an ice bath to cool down. Drain well and put the peppers upright in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the ground beef in a large skillet on medium heat until it's nicely browned, then drain the extra fat. Toss in the chopped onion and garlic, cooking for about 3 minutes until soft. Mix in the rice, drained tomatoes, half a cup of tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Italian spices, salt, and pepper. Let it heat for a couple minutes, then turn off the stove.
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Gently fill each pepper with the beef and rice mix. Top each one with the leftover half-cup of tomato sauce.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, take off the foil, sprinkle cheese on top of the peppers, and bake them for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is all gooey and bubbly.
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Add a sprinkle of parsley on top and dig in while they’re warm.
# Notes:
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You can put the peppers together the day before and keep them in the fridge. Add 5-10 minutes to cooking time if baking straight from cold.
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Want more veggies? Try tossing in some zucchini, corn, or mushrooms into the mix.
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Switch up the cheese! Parmesan, Monterey Jack, or even pepper jack work great for different flavors.
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Leftovers can stay fresh for up to 3 days in a sealed container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave or oven.