Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Take these boring stuffed peppers to the subsequent degree by turning them right into a stuffed pepper casserole!

Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

When I used to be a child, my mother made stuffed bell peppers on a regular basis. They’re considered one of my dad’s favourite dishes – he loves bell peppers. (We liked stuffed something, like Healthy Grilled Turkey Stuffed Peppers or Baked Stuffed Tomatoes)

After I obtained married, I made them for my husband. He loves them. But… wouldn’t or not it’s nice to have the filling with out all that bell pepper?!

My mother’s stuffed bell pepper recipe was morphed into this stuffed pepper casserole. Leaving behind the majority of bell peppers and cooking them till softened together with garlic, onion, floor turkey and spices. Oh, and rice after all!

What rice ought to I take advantage of for this casserole?

My favourite rice is brown rice. I at all times have a field or bag of brown rice in my pantry. I prefer to make a giant batch of rice and preserve leftovers within the fridge.

This is the proper approach to make use of up leftover rice! You can at all times use white rice as properly.

Why I am keen on this Stuffed Pepper Casserole

This Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole Recipe is way simpler to make and simply pretty much as good, (possibly even higher!) than stuffed peppers.

I additionally love this recipe as a result of it’s a simple strategy to make an even bigger dinner if in case you have a big household or if in case you have firm coming over.

This casserole makes superb leftovers!

This Stuffed Pepper Casserole stays good within the fridge for a number of days if lined. And sure, freezer pleasant (see beneath!)

This is actually considered one of my boys’ favourite dishes. When they ask what’s for dinner and I inform them Stuffed Pepper Casserole, they get so excited!

Can I freeze this Stuffed Pepper Casserole?

Yes! Make this recipe as you usually would. Let it cool. Place in a freezer protected container and wrap tightly.

To serve: thaw within the fridge in a single day after which simply re-warmth!

It’s an extremely simple and versatile recipe everybody will love.

What if I’ve additional bell peppers?

Besides making this stuffed pepper casserole, I’ve a number of nice bell pepper recipes right here! If you’ve got additional that must be cooked up – I GOT YOU!

Try my Slow Cooker Pepper Steak or the Easy Chicken Fajita Quesadilla. Or even my Sheet Pan Spicy Balsamic Roasted Chicken & Veggies. I like that they’re so versatile!

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Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 210kcal

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º F. Spray a 1.5 quart casserole dish with cooking spray. Set apart.
Pour olive oil right into a saucepan over medium warmth. Add in diced onion and cook dinner till smooth. Now add garlic and peppers. Cook till peppers are softened.
Crumble turkey into pepper combination. Brown after which drain.
Add cooked rice after which salt, tomato sauce and spices. Stir in 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Pour into ready dish. Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Cover and bake for half-hour, then uncover and bake for 10 extra minutes, till bubbly. Serve up and luxuriate in!