Unstuffed Peppers: A Quick Comfort Food
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Hey there, fellow foodies Let’s head over to the recipe aisle and dive into the world of unstuffed peppers!
Today, we’re going to make a dish that’s packed with flavor, but without the fuss of traditional stuffed peppers. Say hello to the ultimate comfort food: Unstuffed Peppers!
This recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights. It’s quick, easy, and delicious – and the best part? It’s all made in one pan!
So, let’s get started Preheat your oven to 350°F. While that’s heating up, cook some instant rice according to the package directions. Don’t worry, we won’t judge you for taking the easy way out – after all, it’s all about convenience, right?
Next, heat up a large cast-iron pan or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add in some ground beef, green peppers, and onion, and cook until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess liquid, then stir in the cooked rice, marinara sauce, and some seasoning blend. Mix well, because we want all those flavors to meld together like a big ol’ happy family!
Now it’s time to add the cheese – because, let’s be real, everything is better with cheese Mix it in until it’s fully incorporated, then sprinkle some bread crumbs on top. Drizzle with a bit of oil, because we want that topping to be golden brown and crispy.
Pop that pan into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the topping is golden brown. And that’s it You’ve got yourself a delicious, unstuffed pepper dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.
This recipe is perfect for meal prep, too. Simply store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days, or freeze it for up to four months. Reheat it in the microwave, on the stovetop, or in the oven – however you like!
So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think And don’t forget to serve it with some crusty bread or a side salad – because, let’s be real, everything is better with a little bit of crunch and freshness.
Happy cooking, and we’ll see you in the recipe aisle!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup instant rice
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 green peppers, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- 2. Cook instant rice according to the package directions.
- 3. Heat a large cast-iron pan or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4. Add ground beef, green peppers, and onion to the pan and cook until the meat is no longer pink.
- 5. Drain any excess liquid, then stir in the cooked rice, marinara sauce, and seasoning blend.
- 6. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- 7. Add cheese and mix until fully incorporated.
- 8. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and drizzle with oil.
- 9. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until heated through and topping is golden brown.
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