Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

• •4 large bell peppers (any color)
• •1 lb ground beef
• •1 cup cooked rice
• •1 small onion, diced
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• •1 tsp dried oregano
• •1 tsp dried basil
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them upright in a baking dish.

3. 3

   In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.

4. 4

   Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.

5. 5

   Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.

6. 6

   Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, packing it tightly. Top with shredded cheese.

7. 7

   Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

8. 8

   Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.