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Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
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A comforting and hearty Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe that combines a flavorful meat mixture with tender bell peppers, all cooked in a delicious sauce.

Ingredients

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For Stuffed Bell Peppers:

  • 2 ½ cups cooked white rice
  • 8 to 10 medium bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 to 1.3 lbs ground pork
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 medium carrots, grated
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup mushroom marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon salt (for meat mixture)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar

For Podliva (Sauce):

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • ¾ cup mushroom marinara sauce
  • 3 cups reserved water from boiling the peppers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bell Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil (at least two-thirds full). Add 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add the peppers to the boiling water, ensuring they’re mostly submerged. Cover and boil for 3 minutes. Turn off the heat, keeping the lid on, and let the peppers sit for 45 minutes to soften. Reserve 3 cups of the water from the pot for later.
  4. Make the Meat Mixture: Heat 3 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the grated carrots and sauté until soft. Stir in ¾ cup mushroom marinara and sauté for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground turkey, cooked rice, eggs, sautéed carrots, and 1 tablespoon salt. Mix well.
  7. Stuff the Peppers: Drain the softened peppers and place them on a dry surface.
  8. Stuff each pepper with the meat mixture, filling them completely without packing too tightly.
  9. Arrange the stuffed peppers snugly in the same pot used to boil them or in a cast-iron Dutch oven.
  10. Prepare the Podliva Sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add grated carrots and Mrs. Dash seasoning. Sauté until carrots are soft.
  11. Stir in 1 tablespoon sour cream and ¾ cup mushroom marinara sauce. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat.
  12. Pour the Podliva sauce over the stuffed peppers and add 3 cups of the reserved pepper water.
  13. Cook the Peppers: For stovetop: Bring the pot to a light boil, then cover and simmer over medium heat for 40 minutes.
  14. For Dutch oven (recommended): Cover and bake at 450°F for 20-25 minutes. Once bubbling, reduce the heat to 350°F and bake for an additional hour.
  15. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

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Keywords: Stuffed Bell Peppers, Bell Pepper Recipe, Comfort Food, Stuffed Peppers

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