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High Protein Un-Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Name: High Protein Un-Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 onion; ~2 tbsp olive oil; 4-5 bell peppers; 2 lb ground beef; 6 garlic cloves; 15 oz crushed tomatoes or sauce; 1 tsp salt; ~½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper; ¼ tsp ground cinnamon; 1-2 tsp crushed dried oregano; ~¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 2 cups shredded cheese; 1-2 tsp parsley; ~1 cup tzatziki

⏱ 55 min

A deconstructed take on stuffed peppers that captures all the familiar flavors in an easy, oven-baked casserole. Diced peppers, seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and melted cheese come together for a hearty, high-protein meal.

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Adapted from a video by Dimitra's Dishes

High Protein Un-Stuffed pepper Casserole

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Ingredients

onion1
olive oil~2 tbspest.
bell peppers4-5
ground beef2 lb
garlic cloves6
crushed tomatoes or sauce15 oz
salt1 tsp
freshly cracked black pepperto taste~½ tspest.
ground cinnamon¼ tsp
crushed dried oregano

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1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2
Finely chop the onion and place it in an oven-proof skillet with a little olive oil. Cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes until soft and golden.
3
While the onion cooks, remove the seeds from 4–5 bell peppers and dice them into medium-sized pieces.
4
Once the onion is soft, add the 6 grated garlic cloves, stir gently, and warm through for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Avoid overcooking to prevent the garlic from burning.
5
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the 2 pounds of ground beef (or ground chicken), breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until the pink is gone, about 7–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
6
Stir in the 15 oz of crushed tomatoes or sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, freshly cracked black pepper, 1–2 teaspoons dried oregano, about 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and optional red pepper flakes for heat.
7
Add the diced bell peppers and mix well. Bring to a boil, cook for about 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
8
Top the mixture with 2 cups of shredded cheese, using your favorite variety or a combination.
9
Place the skillet in the center of the preheated 200°C oven and bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden.
10
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a moment; the sauce will thicken further as it cools slightly. Garnish with finely chopped parsley and serve with tzatziki on the side.

High Protein Un-Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Ingredients

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