A cozy and flavorful one-pot meal inspired by classic stuffed peppers. Packed with seasoned beef, tender rice, and sweet bell peppers in a rich tomato broth.
1 lb ground beef (85/15 or leaner)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
4 cups beef broth (low sodium)
1½ cups cooked white rice
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 bay leaf
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic.
Add bell peppers, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook 5 more minutes.
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Add bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 25–30 minutes.
Stir in cooked rice. Simmer another 5–10 minutes.
Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
Use ground turkey or sausage for variation.
For freezing, omit rice and add fresh when reheating.
Swap white rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.