Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a cozy, one-pan twist on classic Stuffed peppers—same flavors (beef, rice, peppers, tomato), but easier because everything cooks together in a casserole instead of stuffing individual peppers.
🍲 What it is
A hearty baked dish made with:
- Ground beef
- Bell peppers
- Rice
- Tomato sauce
- Cheese (optional but delicious)
🍳 Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked rice (or 2 cups cooked)
- 2–3 bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp paprika or Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
👩🍳 How to make it
1. Cook the beef
- In a pan, brown the ground beef
- Add onion and garlic, cook until soft
2. Combine ingredients
- Stir in chopped peppers
- Add rice (uncooked or cooked)
- Pour in tomato sauce and seasoning
3. Simmer (if using uncooked rice)
- Add a bit of water or broth
- Let it cook until rice is tender
4. Bake
- Transfer to a baking dish
- Top with cheese
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes
🍽️ Tips
- Use colorful peppers for better flavor and look
- Add chili flakes for heat 🌶️
- Swap beef for chicken or keep it vegetarian
😋 What it tastes like
Savory, slightly sweet from peppers, rich from beef, and comforting—like a deconstructed stuffed pepper with melty cheese on top.
If you want, I can give you a low-carb version (no rice) or a one-pot stovetop version to save time.
