These hearty stuffed bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef, tender rice, rich tomato sauce, and topped with plenty of melted cheese. They’re a comforting family dinner that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
For the Peppers
- 6 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) tomato sauce, divided
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
