Beef & Rice Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Recipe Name: Beef & Rice Stuffed Green Bell Peppers
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 large green bell peppers
• 1 lb ground beef (or plant-based alternative)
• 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1/2 small onion, diced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Slice off tops of peppers, remove seeds/membranes.
3. Brown ground beef with onion in a skillet. Drain excess fat.
4. Add rice, tomatoes, seasonings. Simmer 5 minutes.
5. Fill peppers with mixture, top with cheese.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.