Description
Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a hearty, cheesy dish combining all the classic flavors of stuffed peppers in a simple, no-fuss casserole format. Made with seasoned ground beef, bell peppers, rice, and melty cheese, it’s a comforting and versatile weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1½ cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1½ to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and fold in cooked rice until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
- Can be assembled ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.
- Leftovers store well and freeze beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
