Aunt Virgie S Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Recipe

Ingredients for Aunt Virgie S Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

• 1 lb ground chuck
• Onion Soup Mix
• Rice
• Ketchup
• Dry Mustard
• Pepper
• Lemon Pepper
• Garlic Pepper Seasoning
• Parsley Flakes
• 4 large green bell peppers
• Tomato Paste
• Tomato Sauce
• Crushed Tomatoes
• Vegetable Juice
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• Dried Onion Flakes
• Dried Garlic Flakes

How to Make Aunt Virgie S Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chuck, chopped onion, rice, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, V8 juice, minced garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Gently mix with clean hands until well combined. Do not overmix.
4. Rinse the green peppers and slice off the tops. Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
5. Fill each pepper half with approximately 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture.
6. Arrange the stuffed pepper halves in a large, oven-safe Dutch oven or baking dish.
7. Place any remaining meat mixture in the bottom of the pan.
8. Sprinkle red pepper flakes, onion powder, and garlic powder evenly over the peppers.
9. Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
10. If you prefer a browner top, broil for the last few minutes of cooking time while keeping a close eye. (Optional)
11. Serve hot with mashed potatoes and warm rye bread.