Description
A comforting and simple meal combining the classic flavors of stuffed peppers with easy-to-cook pasta, perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups pasta (any shape)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in your pasta and cook until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. While it cooks, set aside some pasta water.
- Sauté the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add your ground beef. Cook until browned and crumbly, 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, then season with salt and pepper.
- Add the Bell Peppers: Once beef is ready, toss in the chopped bell peppers and stir into the mixture. Let them soften for 3-5 minutes.
- Mix with Tomatoes: Pour in the diced tomatoes and stir. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, adding reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Combine with Pasta and Cheese: Add cooked pasta into the skillet, mix well, then sprinkle in the shredded cheese until melted. Optionally, top with more cheese and broil for a crispy crust.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives. Experiment with different pasta shapes and add extra veggies for more nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: stuffed peppers, pasta, easy dinner, family meal, comfort food