Stuffed Bell Peppers

There are several versions of stuffed bell peppers out there, and most usually include ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and cheese. I got a little creative with this recipe as I wanted it to be simple to make, but still have tons of flavor!

Instead of beef, I went with ground Italian sausage for an extra boost of flavor. I also used long-grain white rice, which helps bulk up the filling for cheap. In this recipe, the rice is cooked in the same skillet as the meat filling. It gives the rice a ton of flavor and let’s be honest…who wants to clean more dishes by cooking a separate pot of rice? Not me! Everything else is simple, flavor-packed pantry staples, and is perfect for feeding your family without breaking the bank.

• 3 bell peppers
• 2 Tbsp cooking oil
• 1¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 lb. Italian sausage
• 1 yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• ½ cup long grain white rice
• ¾ cup chicken broth
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese