inside out stuffed peppers

Charlotte, NC
Updated on Aug 9, 2016

I went foraging through my veggie drawer and got the idea for this because all my peppers were already chopped. The family loved it! Sometimes, you just have to improvise!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • 2 cups bell peppers, chopped (i used 2 cups of combined yellow, red and green)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound ground beef, lean
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley
  • 1/2 cup parmesan (plus some for topping)
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • - salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup mozzarella, shredded (for top of casserole)

How To Make inside out stuffed peppers

  • Step 1
    Pour olive oil in large skillet, on medium high heat. Add garlic, onions and peppers; cook until just tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove to a bowl; set aside.
  • Step 2
    Place ground beef in the same pan and brown; drain any extra fat. Add peppers and onions mixture back to the pan with beef, stir together.
  • Step 3
    Add cooked rice, parsley, Parmesan and tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Mix well and cook together for another few minutes.
  • Step 4
    Pour into a prepared 7X11" baking dish. Top with the mozzarella and a sprinkling of more Parmesan. Bake at 375'F. for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole heated through.

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Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Category: Casseroles

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