Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Stuff the mixture into the blanched peppers and place them in a baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 437
Fat: 23g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Protein: 33g
Sodium: 566mg
Sugar: 7g
Fiber: 4g
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 Monterey Jack cheese.
- Parmesan cheese can be substituted with Romano cheese.
Variations:
- Add chopped mushrooms to the ground beef mixture for extra flavor.
- Use different colored bell peppers for a more colorful presentation.
- Add a can of drained and rinsed black beans to the ground beef mixture for added protein and fiber.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to blanch the peppers before stuffing them to ensure they are cooked through.
- Use a spoon to remove the seeds and membranes from the peppers to avoid damaging the pepper.
- Cover the baking dish with foil to prevent the cheese from burning.
Storage instructions:
Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the stuffed peppers in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the stuffed peppers on a bed of cooked quinoa or couscous for a complete meal.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil for added flavor and color.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Steamed broccoli
Troubleshooting advice:
If the peppers are not cooked through, cover the baking dish with foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Salignon-style stuffed peppers are a traditional Italian dish that originated in the Salignon region of Italy.
Flavor profiles:
The dish has a savory and slightly sweet flavor from the ground beef, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the stuffed peppers as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Herbaceous, Spicy, Sweet