Green Bell Peppers stuffed with Tomato Lentil Couscous

Name: Green Bell Peppers stuffed with Tomato Lentil Couscous
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 5 green bell peppers; 2 pounds ground beef; 1.5 cups chopped onion; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (16 ounce) jar chunky pasta sauce; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 1 (6 ounce) package tomato lentil couscous mix; 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

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This is a very beefy recipe for stuffed peppers, so be forewarned! We like to cut the peppers lengthwise, making shallow boats out of them instead of cups. Either way works well for this recipe.

Recipe by Catherine

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

4 to 6 servings

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Ingredients

5 green bell peppers
2 pounds ground beef
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky pasta sauce
½ cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) package tomato lentil couscous mix
8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Cut peppers in half, place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish, and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the ground beef for 5 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, and garlic. Reduce heat to low, add tomato sauce, and let simmer while preparing the couscous.
Prepare couscous according to package directions, but add the remaining onion to the water before adding the couscous. When couscous is done, combine it with the sauce. Fill bell peppers with the mixture. Top each with shredded cheese.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and slightly brown on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

831	Calories
56g	Fat
42g	Carbs
42g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 831
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56g	71%
Saturated Fat 25g	125%
Cholesterol 170mg	57%
Sodium 985mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 42g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6g	23%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 42g
Vitamin C 103mg	517%
Calcium 341mg	26%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 916mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.