Savory Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

• Bell peppers (4 large (any color))
• Ground beef (1 pound)
• Cooked rice (1 cup)
• Tomato sauce (1 cup)
• Shredded cheese (1 cup (cheddar or mozzarella))
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
5. Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined and heated through.
6. Carefully fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, pressing down slightly to pack it in.
7. Place the stuffed peppers standing upright in a baking dish. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
10. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Serve hot and enjoy your savory stuffed peppers!