Description
Spooky stuffed peppers with rice and beef are a festive, flavorful dish perfect for Halloween or any fun gathering. These vibrant bell peppers filled with savory beef and rice are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (orange, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in cooked rice and tomato sauce; season with salt, pepper, and your preferred spices.
- Stuff each pepper generously with the meat and rice mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each pepper, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Add black beans or corn to enhance texture and flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.