Beef Mince Stuffed Peppers with Rice

Ingredients

• 400 g beef mince
• 4 large bell peppers
• 200 g long-grain rice
• 200 g tinned chopped tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 clove garlic cloves
• 80 g cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan. Cook the rice according to packet instructions, then drain.

2. 2

   Slice the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds. Place them in a baking dish.

3. 3

   Fry the diced onion and garlic in the olive oil for 5 minutes, then add the beef mince and brown well.

4. 4

   Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cooked rice, season generously and cook for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Spoon the filling into the peppers, top with grated cheddar and replace the pepper lids. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the peppers are tender.