Unstuffed Pepper Casserole

Unstuffed Pepper Casserole
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Recipe Credit: . Photo Credit: Emily Weeks, RDN, LD.
Summary
  • Prep time
    15 min
  • Cook time
    40 min
  • Servings
    6 Servings
  • Serving size
    1 square (4" x 4")
Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts

6 Servings

  • Serving Size
    1 square (4" x 4")
  • Amount per serving Calories 390

  • Total Fat 15g
    • Saturated Fat 5.3g
    • Trans Fat 0.3g
  • Cholesterol 60mg
  • Sodium 530mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 39g
    • Dietary Fiber 4g
    • Total Sugars 9g
    • Added Sugars 2g
  • Protein 25g
  • Potassium 790mg
  • Phosphorus 395mg

Choices/Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch, 3 Nonstarchy vegetable, 2 Lean protein, 2 Fat

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • lean ground beef
    1 lbs
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • red bell pepper (diced)
    1 small
  • orange bell pepper (diced)
    1 small
  • green bell pepper (diced)
    1 small
  • jarred marinara sauce
    24 oz
  • cooked brown rice
    3 cup
  • reduced-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican-style cheese
    4 oz
Directions

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add beef and cook, stirring often, until crumbed and browned, 8–10 minutes. Transfer beef to a bowl with a slotted spoon.

  3. Return skillet to medium heat and add olive oil and peppers. Cook, stirring often, until peppers have softened, 7–8 minutes.

  4. Return beef to the skillet along with the marinara and rice. Stir to combine and transfer to a 9x13 baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.

  5. Bake for about 20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly.

Reviews
  • Recommended

    This is a family favorite! I use ground turkey and add my own special seasoning! So easy to put together and it really does taste like stuffed peppers! Highly recommend! Great to take to the cabin for a quick dinner for all to enjoy!