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Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers
Enjoy these flavorful stuffed peppers cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, packed with savory beef, rice, and cheese.
Ingredients
Bell peppers
- 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute turkey or chicken
- 2 cups Cooked rice White or brown, day-old rice preferred
Vegetables
- 1 small Onion
- 2 to 3 cloves Garlic Add during the last minute of cooking
Canned goods
- 1 can Tomato sauce 15 ounces, plus extra for topping
- 1 can Diced tomatoes Optional, adds texture
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Dairy
- 1 to 2 cups Shredded cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix
Liquids
- 1/2 cup Broth or water Helps keep things steamy
Instructions
- Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds.
- Mix cooked rice, ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the peppers with the mixture and place in the slow cooker. Pour broth over peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Add shredded cheese during the last 15 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with extra tomato sauce if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with beans or vegetables.