Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese, optional
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside. Rinse the peppers and set them aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef (or turkey) over medium heat until browned, stirring occasionally. Drain the fat and set the cooked meat aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent and tender.
Step 5
Add the can of diced tomatoes (undrained), cooked rice, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well.
Step 6
Add the cooked ground meat to the skillet and mix everything together.
Step 7
Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture, packing it in tightly. Place the peppers in a baking dish.
Step 8
Bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
Step 9
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the peppers during the last few minutes of baking, and allow the cheese to melt.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
