Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers
Delicious and colorful bell peppers stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture, baked to perfection. A perfect vegetarian main dish or side that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 large bell peppers (any color)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cooked white rice
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the bell peppers, slice off the tops, and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Stuff each bell pepper with the cheese and rice mixture, filling them evenly.
Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over and around the peppers.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese filling is bubbly and slightly golden on top.
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.