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Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers

Hearty Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers in One Pan Delight

This hearty Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers recipe combines ground beef, rice, and tomato sauce into a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or butter.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean (85/15) is recommended.
  • 1 cup Diced Onion Fresh onions are best.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Opt for fresh for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Avoid using pasta sauce.
  • 1 cup Dry White Rice Brown rice is a good substitute but requires more broth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • Black Pepper Adjust to your liking.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Optional, can substitute with provolone or omit for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • large sauté pan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the hot oil, breaking it apart and sautéing for about 10 minutes until browned.
  3. Mix in the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper, beef broth, tomato sauce, and dry white rice. Add dried herbs and black pepper.
  5. Cover the skillet, raise the heat, and bring to a boil for about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, cover, and cook on low for an additional 3-5 minutes until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Can easily adapt to various dietary preferences.

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