Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stuffed Peppers: A Perfectly Balanced Meal

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stuffed Peppers: A Perfectly Balanced Meal

This delicious and nutritious dish features bell peppers stuffed with a hearty mixture of ground beef, vegetables, and rice. The colorful peppers not only add visual appeal but also provide a healthy dose of vitamins. This meal is perfect for family dinners, meal prepping, or impressing your guests with a visually appealing and tasty dish.

###Ingredients###
For the stuffed peppers:

• 4 large bell peppers (any color)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)

###Instructions###

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the bell peppers: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
3. Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Cook the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
5. Combine the filling ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, corn kernels, black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined. Let it cook for another 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
6. Stuff the peppers: Place the bell peppers in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the beef and vegetable mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling.
7. Add cheese: Generously top each stuffed pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
9. Garnish and serve: Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!

The source of the article is from the blog maestropasta.cz

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