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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tomato Sauce

Stuffed bell peppers tomato sauce - the image shows three stuffed bell peppers on a plate. the bell peppers are orange in color and have a round shape. they are filled with a mixture of ground beef, tomato sauce, and white rice. the top of the bell peppers is covered in melted cheese. the plate is brown and has a speckled pattern. the background is blurred, but it appears to be a wooden table.
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Delicious stuffed bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and vegetables, topped with a rich homemade tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting and wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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4 large bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the rice according to package instructions until tender. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors. Remove from heat.
Place the hollowed bell peppers upright in a baking dish.
Fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling.
Pour tomato sauce evenly over and around the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each stuffed pepper, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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