Mom’s Stuffed Bell Peppers
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
🔑 Keywords: White Rice, Rice, Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours
Description:
What makes these stuffed peppers truly special is the ingenious method of using uncooked meat, which forms a cohesive “meatball” within the pepper, elevating the texture and flavor. Unlike traditional recipes where the meat is precooked, resulting in a loose filling, this method ensures a delightful, hearty bite every time. Plus, here’s a tip: if there are picky eaters in your family who aren’t fond of peppers, you can transform the meat mixture into delectable meatballs to accompany the stuffed peppers in the pot. It’s a versatile dish that promises satisfaction for everyone at the table. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 4-6 green peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 2 onions
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 can tomato soup
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 503
- Fat: 22.5g
- Saturated Fat: 9.2g
- Cholesterol: 131.2mg
- Sodium: 1291.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 48.8g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 10.4g
- Protein: 30.1g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Cut the top section of the peppers off and discard.
- Remove seeds and rinse the inside of peppers.
- Parboil peppers until slightly tender.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet, sauté onions in butter until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, egg, salt, pepper, and half of the sautéed onions.
- Stuff each pepper with the ground beef mixture.
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Assembly:
- Place the stuffed peppers in a stock pot or Dutch oven.
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Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed tomatoes and tomato soup.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the peppers.
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Final Touch:
- Sprinkle the remaining sautéed onions on top of the peppers.
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Cooking:
- Bring the pot to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Stir the pot gently occasionally.
- Let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink.
This recipe yields a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or any occasion when you crave comforting, homemade goodness. Serve hot and savor the delightful combination of tender peppers, savory meat, and rich tomato sauce. It’s a wholesome meal that will surely become a family favorite!
