Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef
Vibrant bell peppers filled with a rich, creamy ground beef stuffing — a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal ready in no time. The melted cheese and cream cheese inside make every bite irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for a quick and hearty weeknight dinner!
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 medium or large bell peppers
- 300 g (10 oz) ground beef
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 small piece of smoked bacon (optional)
- 1 small carrot, diced (optional)
- 2 slices of ham
- 2 slices of melting cheese
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese
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Directions
- 1
Rinse the bell peppers thoroughly under cold running water.
- 2
Cut a small lid around the stem at the base of each pepper.
- 3
Remove all seeds and white membranes from the inside. Set aside.
- 4
Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- 5
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until soft. Add the diced bacon and cook until lightly golden.
- 6
Add the ground beef and stir well. Mix in the diced carrot.
- 7
Pour in one glass of water and simmer on low heat until the carrot is tender and the liquid has evaporated.
- 8
Cut the ham and cheese into small pieces and stir them into the meat off the heat.
- 9
Add the cream cheese and mix until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- 10
Generously fill each pepper with the stuffing and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a golden gratin finish, place the stuffed peppers in the oven at 180 °C (350 °F) for 15 minutes. Great served alongside steamed rice or a crisp green salad.
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