Ina Garten Stuffed Peppers Recipe
The recipe of Ina Garten Stuffed Peppers Recipe is a hot and colorful dish. It is simple to prepare and it is very home cook friendly.
Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Peppers
- Cut the tops off the peppers and remove all the seeds so they are ready to fill.
Cook the Beef
- Cook the beef in a skillet until it turns brown and has no pink pieces left.
Add the Onion
- Add the chopped onion to the beef and cook until the onion becomes soft and smells sweet.
Add the Garlic
- Add the garlic and cook for one minute so it mixes well with the beef and onion.
Add Tomatoes and Rice
- Add tomatoes, cooked rice, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix everything well.
Fill the Peppers
- Spoon the beef filling into each pepper and press the mixture gently so it stays firm.
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Place the filled peppers upright in a baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil on top.
Bake with Foil
- Cover the dish with foil and bake until the peppers are soft, tender and lightly sweet.
Add the Cheese
- Remove the foil and add cheese on top of the peppers. Bake again until the cheese melts.
Let Them Rest
- Let the peppers rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle well.
Notes
- Fresh peppers are preferable to use.
- Roast the beef completely to give it a good taste.
- You should not miss herbs since they bring brightness.
- Use rice that is not mushy.
- Bake using foil in order to make the peppers tender.
- Allow the peppers to rest in order to maintain the filling firm.