Name: Easy Beef Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers, any color; 1 pound ground beef; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup cooked rice; 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling into the peppers.
Place the stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
Remove the foil from the baking dish, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the tops of the peppers, and return them to the oven, uncovered.
Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, if desired.

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