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Andre Lewis

Unstuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds 85% lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9-by-13-inch dish.
  2. Brown the beef and onion in a large skillet and drain. Add the peppers and cook for 6 minutes, then add garlic and tomato paste for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Fold in the rice and 1 1/2 cups mozzarella. Spread in the dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until bubbling and lightly browned. Rest 10 minutes.