Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free or low-carb)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Peppers:
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- Cook the Meat Mixture:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix Cheese Filling:
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Stuff the Peppers:
- Spoon a portion of the meat mixture into each bell pepper.
- Top with a dollop of the ricotta cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Allow the peppers to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 28g