Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creamy Tomato Rice
Experience a delightful medley of flavors with our Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers. These vibrant red bell peppers are filled with a hearty mixture of ground beef, flavorful spices, creamy sour cream, and zesty tomatoes, all nestled on a bed of fluffy rice. Baked to perfection, this dish is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Ideal for a family dinner or meal prep, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress at any gathering. Serve them warm and watch your loved ones indulge in this comforting and satisfying dish!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Diced Tomato
1 cup (Fresh, canned or diced)
Sour Cream
1/2 cup (Regular or low-fat)
Old El Paso Cheese and Salsa
1/2 cup (Include both cheese and salsa together)
Cooked Rice
1 cup (White or brown, cooked)
Paula Deen House Seasoning
2 teaspoons (Combine black pepper, garlic powder, and salt)
Beef Bouillon
2 teaspoons (Divided into two teaspoons)
Garlic Cloves
2 (Minced)
Onion
1 medium (Chopped)
Ground Beef
1 1/4 lbs (Or a mix of beef and ground pork)
Large Red Bell Peppers
4 (Halved)
Green Onion
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon (Regular or low-sodium)
Hot Water
1 cup (For dissolving bouillon)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Slice each red bell pepper in half lengthwise from the stem to the bottom and remove the seeds and ribs, creating a bowl for your stuffing.
3
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork) along with the chopped onion and minced garlic. Add 1 teaspoon of beef bouillon and the Paula Deen house seasoning. Cook until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent, approximately 7-10 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
4
Reduce heat and stir in the cooked rice, Old El Paso cheese and salsa, sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and soy sauce. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
5
Carefully stuff each pepper half with the delicious meat and rice mixture, pressing gently to pack them in.
6
In a small bowl, dissolve the remaining teaspoon of beef bouillon in 1 cup of hot water. Pour this broth into a large casserole dish.
7
Arrange the stuffed pepper halves in the casserole dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, until the peppers are tender.
9
Remove the foil carefully and spoon some of the accumulated juice over the stuffed peppers for added flavor.
10
Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the tops to brown slightly and the flavors to meld.
11
Once cooked, take out of the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your savory stuffed bell peppers!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish in this recipe?
The main dish is Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creamy Tomato Rice.
What color of bell peppers should I use?
The recipe calls for 4 large red bell peppers.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do I prepare the peppers for stuffing?
Slice each pepper in half lengthwise from the stem to the bottom and remove the seeds and ribs.
What kind of meat is used in the stuffing?
You can use 1 1/4 lbs of ground beef or a mixture of ground beef and ground pork.
How long does it take to cook the ground beef mixture?
Sauté the meat with onion and garlic for approximately 7-10 minutes until the meat is browned.
What ingredients are in the Paula Deen house seasoning?
It is a combination of black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Should I drain the fat after cooking the beef?
Yes, you should drain off any excess fat after the meat is browned.
Does the rice need to be cooked before adding it to the stuffing?
Yes, the recipe requires 1 cup of white or brown rice that is already cooked.
What makes the stuffing creamy?
The creaminess comes from adding 1/2 cup of sour cream and 1/2 cup of Old El Paso cheese and salsa.
Can I use low-fat sour cream?
Yes, you can use either regular or low-fat sour cream.
Is soy sauce used in this stuffed pepper recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of regular or low-sodium soy sauce is mixed into the stuffing.
How is the beef bouillon used in this recipe?
It is divided; 1 teaspoon is added to the meat mixture and 1 teaspoon is dissolved in hot water to create a broth for the baking dish.
How much liquid should be in the casserole dish?
You should pour 1 cup of hot water mixed with 1 teaspoon of bouillon into the dish.
Do I need to cover the peppers while they bake?
Yes, cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil for the first part of baking.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake the peppers covered for 25-35 minutes until they are tender.
What should I do after removing the foil?
Spoon some of the accumulated juice from the dish over the peppers and return them to the oven.
How long is the final baking step?
Bake them uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes to brown the tops.
What type of tomatoes should I use?
You can use 1 cup of fresh, canned, or diced tomatoes.
What size onion is required?
The recipe calls for 1 medium chopped onion.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe uses 2 minced garlic cloves.
What kind of salsa is recommended?
The recipe specifies Old El Paso cheese and salsa mixed together.
Should I let the peppers cool before serving?
Yes, let them cool for a few minutes after taking them out of the oven.
Are these peppers suitable for meal prep?
Yes, they are described as ideal for family dinners or meal prep.
Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes, the recipe suggests either white or brown cooked rice.
What is the role of green onions in the recipe?
1/2 cup of chopped green onions are stirred into the stuffing mixture for extra flavor.
Do I use the bouillon cubes dry?
No, one part is cooked into the meat and the other part is dissolved in hot water to make a broth.
How many total servings does this make?
The recipe uses 4 large peppers halved, which typically yields 8 stuffed pepper halves.
Can I substitute the ground beef?
The recipe suggests ground beef or a mix of ground beef and ground pork.
Is this a spicy dish?
The dish features salsa and spices, but it is generally described as savory and comforting rather than overtly spicy.