# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 large bell peppers (any color)
02 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Meats
04 - 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for lighter option)
→ Sauce & Seasonings
05 - 1 cup tomato sauce
06 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
07 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
13 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Toppings
14 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the peppers upright.
02 - Cut tops off bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes; set aside.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef while breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 to 6 minutes; drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
05 - Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
06 - Place bell peppers upright in the prepared baking dish and spoon the meat mixture evenly into each.
07 - Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar on each pepper, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
09 - Allow the stuffed peppers to cool for a few minutes before serving.
