Delicious Stuffed Bell Peppers
Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful stuffed bell peppers! This recipe features tender green bell peppers, each generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, aromatic herbs, and spices. Topped with a rich tomato sauce and baked to perfection, this dish is a comforting classic that the whole family will love. Serve them with a side salad or Italian bread for a complete meal that not only pleases the palate but also makes for stunning presentation. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, these stuffed peppers are simple to prepare and sure to impress!
6
Servings
250
Calories
25
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green bell peppers
6 (stems removed, seeds discarded)
Ground beef
1 lb (raw)
Onion
1/2 cup (chopped)
Garlic
1 tablespoon (minced)
Egg
1 (whisked)
Breadcrumbs
1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon
Salt
1 teaspoon
Ground pepper
1 teaspoon
Red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon (optional)
Oregano
1/2 teaspoon
Parsley
1/4 teaspoon (dried)
Tomato sauce
1 cup
Water
1/4 cup
Brown sugar
1 tablespoon
Vinegar
1 tablespoon
Prepared mustard
1 teaspoon
Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon
Dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon
Dried basil
1/4 teaspoon
Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon
Parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon
Bacon
1 slice per pepper (optional, to top)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Lightly spray a baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
3
Prepare the bell peppers by blanching them in a pot of boiling, salted water for about 5 minutes until slightly tender. Remove and let them cool briefly.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, whisked egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, ground pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), oregano, and parsley. Mix gently until ingredients are well incorporated.
5
Carefully stuff each bell pepper with the meat mixture using a tablespoon, pressing down lightly to pack the filling.
6
In a separate bowl, mix the tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper to create your sauce.
7
Spoon 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce mixture into the bottom of the baking pan to coat it lightly.
8
Arrange the stuffed peppers upright in the pan. Drizzle the remaining tomato sauce over the tops of the stuffed peppers.
9
If desired, place a slice of bacon on top of each pepper for added richness.
10
Cover the baking pan with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
11
Once done, remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve topped with extra marinara sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
15g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Delicious Stuffed Bell Peppers.
What are the primary ingredients for the filling?
The filling consists of ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, a whisked egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and various seasonings.
How should the bell peppers be prepared before cooking?
Remove the stems, discard the seeds, and blanch them in boiling, salted water for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What is the purpose of blanching the peppers?
Blanching helps make the peppers slightly tender before they are stuffed and baked.
What ingredients are used to bind the meat mixture?
One whisked egg and 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs are used as binders for the meat mixture.
What type of cheese is included in the filling?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.
How do I make the sauce for the stuffed peppers?
Combine tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a blend of dried herbs and spices.
How should the baking pan be prepared?
Lightly spray the baking pan with cooking spray and spoon 2 tablespoons of the sauce mixture into the bottom.
How should the peppers be placed in the pan?
Arrange the stuffed peppers upright in the baking pan.
How much sauce should be poured over the peppers?
After placing them in the pan, drizzle the remaining tomato sauce mixture over the tops of the stuffed peppers.
Is there an optional meat topping for this dish?
Yes, you can place a slice of bacon on top of each pepper before baking for added richness.
How long is the total baking time?
Bake the peppers for 50-60 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
Should the pan be covered during baking?
Yes, cover the baking pan with foil before placing it in the oven.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What are the calories per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 250 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 13g of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
One serving contains 14g of fat.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
One serving contains 15g of carbohydrates.
What aromatic vegetables are used in the meat mixture?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped onion and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.
What provides the sweetness in the tomato sauce?
One tablespoon of brown sugar is added to the sauce mixture for sweetness.
What gives the sauce its tangy flavor?
Vinegar, prepared mustard, and Worcestershire sauce contribute to the tangy profile of the sauce.
Can I make this dish spicy?
Yes, the recipe includes an optional 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes in the meat mixture.
What herbs are used in the meat filling?
The meat mixture uses 1/2 teaspoon of oregano and 1/4 teaspoon of dried parsley.
What herbs and spices are in the sauce?
The sauce is seasoned with dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper.
Is the ground beef cooked before stuffing?
No, the ground beef is mixed raw with the other filling ingredients before being stuffed into the peppers.
What is a recommended side dish for these peppers?
The recipe suggests serving them with a side salad or Italian bread.
What type of bell peppers are specified?
The recipe specifically calls for 6 green bell peppers.
Should the dish be served immediately?
Allow the peppers to cool slightly after removing them from the oven before serving.
Can I add more sauce at the end?
Yes, you can serve the peppers topped with extra marinara sauce if desired.