Stuffed Bell Peppers

🥘 Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare rice in a small saucepan according to package directions.
2. 2

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3

   Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4

   Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up as it cooks, until no longer pink.
5. 5

   Drain excess fat from skillet.
6. 6

   Add cooked rice and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
7. 7

   Arrange bell peppers in a baking dish cut side up. Drizzle with a small amount of oil.
8. 8

   Stuff each pepper with the beef and rice mixture.
9. 9

   Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
10. 10

    Cover baking dish with foil.
11. 11

    Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes.
12. 12

    Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
13. 13

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve. ```