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Pioneer Woman Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe

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This Pioneer Woman Stuffed Pepper Casserole recipe combines all the flavors of traditional stuffed peppers—ground beef, bell peppers, rice, tomatoes, and cheese—into one easy-to-make, hearty casserole. Keywords: stuffed pepper casserole, easy stuffed peppers, ground beef casserole, bell pepper recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Add diced bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Remove foil, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add a variety of bell peppers for color and flavor.
  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • You can substitute brown rice for white rice, but adjust cooking time accordingly.

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