Description
Unstuffed Pepper Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of stuffed peppers without the hassle of traditional stuffing.
Ingredients
- Bell peppers: 3 large, any color, diced
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Rice: 1 cup, uncooked
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz or 400 g)
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Cheese: 1 cup, shredded (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Italian seasoning: 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Water or broth: 2 cups
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables by washing and dicing the bell peppers, onion, and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet with olive oil, onion, and garlic until browned.
- Combine the cooked meat with uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, and water or broth, and simmer.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with cheese, and bake until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving, and enjoy with optional garnishes.
Notes
- Customize with additional vegetables or spices as desired.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Can be made ahead of time and baked later.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Unstuffed Pepper Casserole, easy casserole, family dinner, comfort food