italian stuffed pepper casserole

Chamois, MO
Updated on Sep 26, 2014

If you are a fan of stuffed bell peppers you will adore this easy and quick casserole that mimics the traditional dish but with much less work.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake
yield 4-5 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 - green peppers, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 5-6 - baby portebello mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 can cream of celery soup
  • 2 cups canned whole tomatoes chopped, with juice
  • 1/3 cup sliced pepperocinis with juice
  • 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
  • 11/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded italian cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

How To Make italian stuffed pepper casserole

  • Step 1
    In an oven safe skillet, Sauté peppers and onions in olive oil until crisp tender, about 3-4 mins. Season with one tsp. Italian seasoning and salt/pepper. Add ground beef and cook through. Add mushrooms, tomatoes and soup.
  • Step 2
    Add pepperocinis, season with garlic powder remaining Italian seasoning and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Step 3
    Stir in rice, parmesean cheese and 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese.
  • Step 4
    Place in a 350 degree oven and bake 30 min. Top with remaining cheeses and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and melty.

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Category: Beef
Category: Casseroles
Culture: Italian
Keyword: #rice
Keyword: #cheese
Keyword: #Casserole
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake

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