Description
A quick and hearty Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers recipe that simplifies a classic dish while maintaining robust flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 0.5 cup Diced Onion
- 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 3 cups Diced Red Bell Pepper
- 2 cups Low Sodium Beef Broth
- 1 can Tomato Sauce
- 1 cup Dry White Rice
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
- 1 dash Black Pepper
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Instructions
- Step: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
- Step: Add 1 pound of ground beef, breaking apart with a spatula, and brown for 10 minutes.
- Step: Incorporate 0.5 cup diced onion and 1 tablespoon minced garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Step: Stir in 3 cups diced bell peppers, 2 cups beef broth, 1 can tomato sauce, and 1 cup dry white rice. Mix in herbs and black pepper.
- Step: Cover and increase heat until boiling, about 5 minutes.
- Step: Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top, cover, and cook on low for 3-5 minutes until melted.
Notes
Warm beef broth before adding to save time. Use lean beef for a healthier meal. Brown rice requires adjustments in broth and cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg