Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can low sodium beef broth
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until mostly browned.
2. Add Vegetables:
   • Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 5-10 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add Garlic:
   • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Add Remaining Ingredients:
   • Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, diced tomatoes, uncooked rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Cook the Mixture:
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the rice is tender.
6. Add Cheese:
   • Once the rice is cooked, stir in about half of the shredded cheese until melted and incorporated.
7. Melt Remaining Cheese:
   • Sprinkle the rest of the cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover with a lid and let the cheese melt. If you’re in a hurry, you can place the skillet under the broiler (if oven-safe) to melt the cheese faster.
8. Serve:
   • Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Enjoy this comforting and delicious Stuffed Pepper Casserole