Almost Stuffed Peppers

Name: Almost Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4-6 servings.
Cuisine: Mexican Dinners, Mexican Recipes
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 2 cups water; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 large green pepper, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice

For a quick way to enjoy an old favorite, stir up Jan Roat's stuffed green pepper makings in a skillet. "This easy one-pan meal is requested so often I even make it when I'm not in a hurry," notes the active Red Lodge, Montana cook.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large green pepper, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove; set aside and keep warm.
In the same skillet, combine the water, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender. Stir in rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in beef; return to the heat and cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 240 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.

Originally published as Almost Stuffed Peppers in Quick Cooking July/August 1998

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deathbycanon

Dec 15, 2014

If you got to this page by a photo link on yummly or pinterest - the photo is mine and is being lifted off the AR website. The recipe has been modified, which is why it looks way saucier then the recipe here is. If you want a link to the actual recipe in the photo you can follow this one. http://oldcrohnies.blogspot.com/2011/10/unstuffed-peppers.html or find me on AR where I actually reviewed the recipe and added a photo - the user name is the same as here.
tstreich

Jan 24, 2013

Quick, easy and really good. I did add about a Tbsp of minced garlic and we melted mozzarella on top before serving just like we do with real stuffed peppers. This will definitely become a regular go to quick meal.
maryann1210

Dec 25, 2011

Very easy and very tasty. Good with turkey sausage instead of ground beef, also.
heather415

Mar 10, 2011

it was good. But it seemed to be missing something.
mbdumee

Feb 11, 2011

This is a fabulous way to get all of the flavor of stuffed peppers without all of the time and effort. I like to use leftover rice and reduce the liquid and cooking time for an even faster result.
hcs2008

Sep 21, 2010

Definately a Keeper! First time around found it to be a bit bland - Added some Steak Seasoning & fresh garlic to veggie's - mmmmmThis one somehow finds itself repeating itself in our household too :)
Miffie55

Oct 5, 2009

This is a great recipe, we put it over mashed potatoes and the kids really like it.
glbmom57

Sep 7, 2009

this had become a regular meal at our house. It is easy to make and taste great. I passed it along to several family members and they make it regularly as well.
oklahomacountrygirl

Aug 26, 2009

My family loved this recipe. Wasvery easy to prepare,but will use a little less rice. Was very good. In my recipe book now
modestcook

May 27, 2009

My wife and I liked this recipe very much, we put in our favorites list. I did the directions a little different. After the ground beef was about half cooked I added the vegetables and spices. When the meat was cooked and veggies tender I added the remaining ingredients. It turned out great. I didn't see any reason to remove the meat and then put it back in.