Stuffed Peppers
These easy stuffed peppers are like what Mom used to make back in the 70's!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 large green, red and/or yellow bell peppers
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ⅓ cup tomato paste
- One 15-ounce can chopped fire-roasted tomatoes
- ¼ cup minced fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 3 teaspoons dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes (or use shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cut tops off of the peppers. Then, scoop out seeds and membranes and discard.
- In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic for 5 minutes. Add the beef and cook until browned. Stir in remaining ingredients, mixing well.
- Stuff the peppers with the beef mixture and place in a rimmed casserole dish. Bake 30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Notes
- Try using varied spices, or substituting cheddar for a different type of cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 545mg | Potassium: 849mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 6270IU | Vitamin C: 220mg | Calcium: 335mg | Iron: 4mg