Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Juicy ground beef, savory parmesan cheese, and sweet bell peppers unite in this irresistible recipe! Inspired by kittencal's amazing parmesan meatball recipe (a huge thank you!), these stuffed peppers are a flavor explosion. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers restaurant-quality results.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 53 mins
Calories 539.4 kcal
Protein 64g
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Ingredients for Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers

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How to Make Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
  3. Cut 4 large green bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
  4. Fill each pepper half generously with the beef mixture.
  5. Top each stuffed pepper with 1 tablespoon of ketchup.
  6. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
  8. Pour the sauce mixture around the peppers in the baking dish.
  9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Uncover the baking dish and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the beef is cooked through.
  11. Spoon extra sauce over the peppers, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

86g

Fat

43g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers?

Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers takes about 73 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 53 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers?

Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers has approximately 539.4 calories per serving, with about 64 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers?

The key ingredients for Parmesan Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers are Extra Lean Ground Beef, Ground Pork, Egg, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Breadcrumb, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.

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