Looking for a delicious and healthy meal that is easy to prepare? Try these Greek style stuffed peppers with rice and feta cheese!
Ingredients
- 6 bell peppers, any color
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and white membranes.3. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the peppers for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.4. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.6. Add the ground meat, onion, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until the meat is browned and the onion is tender.7. Add the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and feta cheese to the skillet. Stir to combine.8. Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers and place them in a baking dish.9. Pour a can of tomato sauce over the peppers.10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve these Greek style stuffed peppers with rice and feta cheese hot and enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal that is sure to satisfy your taste buds!
