Flavorful Unstuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe
This easy unstuffed peppers casserole combines ground beef, rice, and bell peppers for a hearty and flavorful dish. It's a simple and satisfying meal perfect for any night.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- optional fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
- Chop the tops of the peppers and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and chopped pepper tops, sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, and drain excess fat.
- Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
- Arrange peppers in a baking dish, sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Notes
For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey for the beef.