Stuffed Green Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Stuffed Green Peppers with Ground Beef and Rice.

1. Step 1

   Start by bringing 2 1/2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.

2. Step 2

   Once boiling, add in the brown rice, give it a good stir, then lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is perfectly tender.

3. Step 3

   While the rice is cooking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and drizzle some olive oil into a 9x13-inch casserole dish, ensuring the bottom is nicely coated.

4. Step 4

   Next, fill another pot with water and bring it to a boil.

5. Step 5

   Carefully add the halved green bell peppers and let them simmer for 3 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Once they’re done, transfer the peppers to a bowl filled with ice water to cool them down quickly.

7. Step 7

   This step helps them retain their vibrant color and crunch.

8. Step 8

   After they’ve cooled, arrange the peppers in your prepared casserole dish, standing them upright for a beautiful presentation.

9. Step 9

   Now, let’s move on to the filling! In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and crumbly, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Don’t forget to drain any excess grease to keep your dish light and healthy.

11. Step 11

    Return the skillet to the heat and add the diced onion along with the cooked brown rice to the beef.

12. Step 12

    Pour in the tomato sauce and stir everything together until well combined.

13. Step 13

    To elevate the flavors, add minced garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

14. Step 14

    Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing all those delicious flavors to meld together beautifully.

15. Step 15

    Once the filling is ready, remove the skillet from the heat and spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the savory beef mixture into each bell pepper half.

16. Step 16

    For the finishing touch, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of each filled pepper.

17. Step 17

    Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and pop it into your preheated oven for 15 minutes.

18. Step 18

    After that, remove the foil and let it bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and melted to perfection.

19. Step 19

    Your delightful stuffed peppers are now ready to be enjoyed—serve them hot and watch everyone dig in with smiles!.