Beef & Yellow Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 2
Beef & Yellow Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 bell peppers , halved and seeded , any color
1 lb ground beef
ground black pepper , to taste
cayenne pepper , to taste
onion powder , to taste
chili powder , to taste
paprika , to taste
dried sage , to taste
2 1/2 cups yellow rice ( I used an 8oz box of Goya brand )
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
330
Sugar
3g
Fat
17g
Beef & Yellow Spanish Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. The dish is a classic Tex-Mex recipe that combines ground beef, yellow rice, diced tomatoes, and spices, and stuffs the mixture into bell pepper halves. The result is a colorful and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This meal is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices. Serve it with a side salad or guacamole to complete the meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
3.Season beef with ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, and dried sage, to taste.
4.Add diced tomatoes and yellow rice to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients.
5.Cover the skillet and let the rice cook for about 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
6.Stuff each bell pepper half with the beef and rice mixture.
7.Pour ¼ cup of water into the bottom of a baking dish. Place the stuffed bell peppers in the dish.
8.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the bell peppers are tender and the stuffing is heated through.
9.Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the stuffed peppers and continue baking for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This meal is hearty and filling, perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.

It is easy to make and doesn’t require too many ingredients.

Bell peppers are a good source of vitamins A and C, while beef provides protein.

CONS

The dish can be a bit heavy and high in calories, especially with the addition of cheese.

The cooking time for the rice may vary depending on the brand and type of rice used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The yellow Spanish rice used in this recipe is a good source of fiber and can help in regulating blood sugar levels.
Bell peppers are low in calories and high in antioxidants, which help in fighting inflammation and preventing diseases.
Beef is a good source of protein and provides essential nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12.

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