Saucy Stuffed Peppers

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Saucy Stuffed Peppers recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

344

Sugar

11g

Fat

13g

Saucy Stuffed Peppers are a classic comfort food dish that has been around for generations. They are a favorite among families and are often served for dinner or as part of a potluck. This recipe uses ground beef, white rice, and tomato juice to make a flavorful filling that is stuffed into green bell peppers. The peppers are then baked until they are tender and the filling is cooked through. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Rinse the bell peppers and cut the tops off. Remove seeds and membranes and set aside.
3.	Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft.
4.	Add ground beef to onions and sauté until browned.
5.	Add salt, pepper, and uncooked rice. Mix well.
6.	Divide mixture among peppers. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
7.	Pour tomato juice over peppers.
8.	Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until peppers are tender.

PROS

Saucy Stuffed Peppers are a hearty and satisfying meal.

They are easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.

They are also a great way to use up leftover rice and ground beef.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of tomato juice, which can be high in sodium.

It may not be suitable for those on a low sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Saucy Stuffed Peppers are a good source of protein and fiber.
Green bell peppers are also low in calories and high in vitamin C.
Tomato juice contains lycopene, which is an antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart disease.

	8 large green bell peppers
	6 tablespoons butter
	1 large yellow onion , diced
	1 1/2 pounds ground round
	salt to taste
	ground black pepper to taste
	1 cup uncooked white rice
	1 gallon tomato juice