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Stuffed Bell Peppers in Tomato Sauce

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 1 red bell pepper (150g)
    • 1 yellow bell pepper (150g)
    • 🧅 1/2 onion (100g), minced

  • Meat

    • 200g ground meat

  • Dairy

    • 🧀 40g shredded pizza cheese
    • 🥛 4 tbsp milk

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 1/3 tsp salt
    • A pinch of pepper
    • 🌿 Chopped parsley, as needed

  • Other

    • Flour, as needed
    • 4 tbsp breadcrumbs
    • 1/2 tbsp salad oil

  • Tomato Sauce

    • 🍅 200g canned diced tomatoes
    • đź’§ 100ml water
    • A pinch of salt and pepper
    • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

STEPS

1

Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the stems and seeds. Mince the onion.

2

Place the minced onion in a microwave-safe container, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and microwave at 600W for 1 minute. Drain and let cool.

3

In a bowl, mix the ground meat, onion, and ingredients from category A until sticky and well combined.

4

Dust the inside of the bell peppers with flour and stuff each half with 1/4 of the meat mixture. Repeat for all pieces.

5

Heat salad oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the stuffed peppers meat-side down and cook until browned. Flip them over, add the tomato sauce ingredients (category B), and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low-medium heat for 15 minutes.

6

Top the peppers with shredded cheese, cover, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts. Serve on a plate and garnish with parsley.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

350

Calories

  • 20g
    Protein
  • 25g
    Carbs
  • 15g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use fresh bell peppers for better flavor and texture.You can substitute ground meat with plant-based alternatives for a vegetarian version.Serve with rice or bread for a complete meal.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.