Stuffed Pepper Casserole Beef
Savor the hearty flavors of Stuffed Pepper Casserole Beef, a comforting dish that combines lean ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and savory spices. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, delivering a delightful medley of taste and nostalgia in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 3 medium bell peppers (red, green, yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with onions and garlic for about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in uncooked rice, crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer on low while preparing bell peppers.
- Layer half of the beef mixture in the baking dish. Place sliced bell peppers on top and cover with the remaining beef mixture.
- Top generously with shredded cheddar cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt until golden brown. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg