Halloween Stuffed Bell Peppers (Print-Friendly Version)
Orange peppers filled with seasoned beef, carved for Halloween fun. A wholesome, festive main dish for all ages.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 large clove garlic, minced
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce, divided
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
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4 large orange bell peppers
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Use a small knife to carve jack-o’-lantern faces into each pepper.
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Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Stir in chopped parsley, cooked brown rice, and half of the tomato sauce. Mix thoroughly and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to combine.
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Spoon the beef and rice mixture into each prepared bell pepper, packing tightly. Arrange the stuffed peppers upright in the greased baking dish.
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Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the tops of the stuffed peppers. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until peppers are tender.
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Remove foil and return the baking dish to the oven. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to allow the tops to brown lightly.
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Carefully transfer the peppers to plates and garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve hot.
# Extra Tips:
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To achieve defined jack-o'-lantern faces, use a sharp paring knife and make small, controlled cuts. For even cooking, choose bell peppers with flat bottoms so they stand upright in the baking dish.