Description
Indulgent and easy to make, these creamy pizza stuffed peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, marinara, and cheese, offering a cozy, comforting dinner option.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 oz (110 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Halve and seed the bell peppers.
- Sauté the ground meat with onion and garlic until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; warm until smooth.
- Par-bake the peppers at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- Stuff the par-baked peppers with the filling.
- Bake covered for 20–25 minutes, uncover for an additional 5 minutes to brown.
Notes
For best texture, par-bake the peppers and drain excess fat from the filling. Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian