Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
4. Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
5. Add cooked rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
6. Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture.
7. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
Serving size:
- 6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 300
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 23g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- Cooked rice can be substituted with quinoa or couscous.
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with cheddar or parmesan cheese.
Variations:
- Add chopped vegetables such as zucchini or mushrooms to the beef and rice mixture.
- Use different types of bell peppers such as yellow or orange.
- Add a can of black beans or corn to the beef and rice mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the stuffed peppers from falling over in the baking dish, cut a small slice off the bottom of each pepper to create a flat surface.
- Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Storage instructions:
- Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the stuffed peppers in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the stuffed peppers on a bed of lettuce or with a side salad.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of garlic bread or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Side salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the stuffed peppers are not cooking evenly, rotate the baking dish halfway through cooking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Stuffed peppers have been a popular dish in many cultures for centuries. The origins of this dish are unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region.
Flavor profiles:
- The Bormino Stuffed Peppers have a savory and slightly sweet flavor from the beef and rice mixture, with a hint of tanginess from the diced tomatoes.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Bormino Stuffed Peppers as a main dish for dinner.
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