Cheesy Beef & Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers
This delightful recipe offers a flavorful twist on classic stuffed peppers by combining savory ground beef or sausage with aromatic yellow Spanish rice, spices, and a touch of sweetness from diced tomatoes. Topped with melting cheddar cheese, these stuffed peppers deliver comfort and simplicity while being easy to prepare. Customize the spice level to suit your taste preferences, making it a versatile dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
bell peppers
4 (halved and seeded, any color)
ground beef
1 lb
ground black pepper
to taste
cayenne pepper
to taste
onion powder
to taste
chili powder
to taste
paprika
to taste
dried sage
to taste
yellow rice
2 1/2 cups (cooked (8 oz box of Goya brand))
diced tomatoes
1 can (14 1/2 ounce)
shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to broil and lightly grease a 13 x 7-inch baking dish.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, adding ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, and dried sage to taste. For sausage, cook without extra spices. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3
While the beef is browning, cook the yellow rice according to the package instructions or use your preferred recipe, in a separate pan.
4
Meanwhile, rinse the bell peppers, halve them, and remove seeds. Place each half, hollow-side up, in the prepared baking dish.
5
Once the beef and rice are cooked, mix them together in a large bowl along with the diced tomatoes and 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Ensure the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
6
Fill each bell pepper half with a generous amount of the beef-rice mixture, allowing it to slightly overflow if necessary.
7
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the tops of the stuffed peppers.
8
Place the stuffed peppers under the broiler for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9
Carefully remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Cheesy Beef & Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Cheesy Beef & Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers.
What are the primary protein options?
You can use either one pound of ground beef or sausage.
What specific type of rice is recommended?
Yellow Spanish rice, specifically an 8 oz box of Goya brand, is recommended.
How many whole bell peppers are required?
The recipe calls for 4 bell peppers.
How should the bell peppers be prepared for stuffing?
Rinse the peppers, halve them, and remove the seeds.
What specific spices are added to the ground beef?
Spices include ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, and dried sage.
Should I add spices if I use sausage instead of beef?
No, if you use sausage, you should cook it without the extra spices.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses shredded cheddar cheese.
How much cheese is mixed into the beef and rice filling?
1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese are mixed into the filling.
Where is the remaining cheese placed?
The remaining cheese is sprinkled over the tops of the stuffed peppers.
What size baking dish is needed?
A 13 x 7-inch baking dish should be used.
What oven setting is used for cooking?
The oven should be set to broil.
How long should the peppers be broiled?
Broil the peppers for about 10-15 minutes.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
When should the yellow rice be cooked?
The rice should be cooked according to package instructions while the beef is browning.
What should be done with excess fat from the beef?
Drain the excess fat after browning the beef if necessary.
Can I use different colored bell peppers?
Yes, you can use bell peppers of any color.
What kind of canned tomatoes are used?
The recipe uses one 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes.
How are the pepper halves positioned in the baking dish?
Place them hollow-side up in the prepared dish.
How do I know when the stuffed peppers are done?
They are done when the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Can I adjust the heat level of this dish?
Yes, you can customize the spice level to suit your taste preferences.
Should the peppers be served immediately?
It is recommended to let them cool slightly before serving.
Is this considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal.
How much cooked rice is needed?
You will need 2 1/2 cups of cooked yellow rice.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, the recipe is described as simple and easy to prepare.
Which brand of rice is mentioned as an example?
Goya brand yellow rice is mentioned.
What form of sage is used?
The recipe calls for dried sage.
What is the weight of the diced tomatoes can?
The can should be 14.5 ounces.
What is the first preparation step?
Preheat your oven to broil and lightly grease your baking dish.
How much ground beef is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of ground beef.