Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Pepper Casserole Beef, a delightful one-dish meal that combines tender ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and melty cheese. This hearty casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, offering a nostalgic taste that will have everyone asking for seconds. With its rich tomato sauce and aromatic spices, each bite is a celebration of flavor that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and chopped bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Increase heat and add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg