💡 Quick Snapshot
- •The Main Event: Classic stuffed bell peppers packed with savory ground meat, served alongside tender rice and a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
- •Time Saved: A fast, crowd-pleasing family dinner that comes together seamlessly on busy weeknights.
- •Method: The rice and peppers steam at the exact same time in your Thermomix® Varoma®, followed by a quick sauce blended right in the mixing bowl.
Stuffed peppers with ground beef are a timeless comfort food favorite—utterly delicious, deeply satisfying, and so simple to make!
These colorful stuffed bell peppers are your new secret weapon when you need a quick, healthy, and wholesome lunch or weeknight dinner on the table fast.
Sweet peppers are stuffed to the brim with a savory ground meat filling, made even better with fluffy rice, gooey melted cheese, and fragrant herbs.
Everything cooks up to absolute perfection until the peppers are tender, juicy, and the savory meat filling is cooked through and bursting with flavor.
In this easy step-by-step recipe, I’ll show you just how simple it is to whip up these insanely delicious ground beef stuffed peppers in your Thermomix® in no time at all.
These stuffed peppers are:
- a total family favorite.
- super easy to make and extra nourishing.
- the ultimate combo of savory filling and juicy bell peppers.
- versatile enough to pair with just about any side dish.
- a healthy, well-balanced option for weeknight dinners.
- a huge hit with both kids and adults.
- a fantastic way to pack more veggies into your meal.
My Best Tips for Making Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers
Pick firm, sturdy bell peppers so they hold their shape nicely during cooking.
Customize the meat filling with extra veggies like finely chopped carrots or sweet corn to fit your taste.
Give your rice a thorough rinse before cooking to remove excess starch and keep it from getting gummy.
Use plenty of fresh herbs to lift the flavors and give the dish that bright, cozy taste.
Keep an eye on the cooking time to get that perfect tender-yet-firm pepper texture.
Use good-quality ground meat for the absolute best flavor.
Feel free to experiment with different spices and herbs to tailor the flavor right to your liking.
Serve your stuffed peppers topped with freshly grated cheese for an extra boost of deliciousness!
Can You Make This Ahead and Store Leftovers?
Stored in an airtight container, these stuffed peppers will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.
Need to keep them longer? You can easily freeze them! Just make sure they’re tightly wrapped or stored in an airtight container to lock in all that goodness.
Fun Recipe Variations
Swap out the ground meat for seasoned crumbled tofu for a delicious vegetarian option.
Play around with different cheeses in the filling or melted on top for an extra rich, comforting touch.
Toss in some chopped nuts or dried fruit to add a fun pop of texture and subtle sweetness to the filling.
Sub the rice for quinoa or couscous for a healthy, nutrient-packed twist.
What to Serve with Stuffed Peppers
Great side dishes for this meal include a crisp green salad, some warm crusty bread, or even a big scoop of creamy mashed potatoes.
Stuffed Peppers FAQs
What Ingredients Do You Need for Stuffed Peppers with Ground Meat?
- 4 red (or yellow) bell peppers
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 garlic clove
- 50 g breadcrumbs
- 400 g ground meat (beef and pork blend)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1⁄2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1200 ml water
- 2 tsp vegetable broth base (or bouillon)
- 200 g long-grain white rice
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 40 g butter
- 40 g all-purpose flour
- 50 g tomato paste
- 500 g tomato puree (passata)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
- 1⁄4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Note: You can find the exact measurements and step-by-step instructions down below in the recipe card!
How to Make Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Peel the garlic. Peel the onion and cut it into quarters.
Add both to the mixing bowl and chop for 5 sec / speed 5.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula and repeat.
Add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings to the mixing bowl and combine for 1 min / Dough mode.
Wash the bell peppers and pat them dry.
Slice off the tops and carefully core and seed the peppers.
Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture, place the tops back on, and set them inside the Varoma® dish.
Next, place the rice into the simmering basket and rinse it thoroughly under running water.
Pour 1200 ml of water into the mixing bowl and insert the simmering basket. Add 2 tsp of vegetable broth base to the rice and give it a quick stir.
Set the Varoma® in place and cook for 30 min / Varoma® / Speed 1.
Once the time is up, carefully remove the Varoma® and the simmering basket, and set both aside to keep warm.
Empty the mixing bowl.
For the tomato sauce, add the butter and flour to the mixing bowl and sauté for 3 min / 100°C / Speed 2.
Add the tomato paste, seasonings, and tomato purée, then cook for 5 min / 100°C / Speed 3.
When the timer goes off, blend for another 15 sec / Speed 8 until smooth.
Serve the stuffed peppers hot alongside the rice and rich tomato sauce.
Enjoy!
Note: You’ll find the full list of exact ingredient amounts and printable step-by-step instructions further down in the recipe card!
The listed prep and cook times are averages.
Happy cooking!
If you loved my quick recipe for stuffed bell peppers with ground beef, you’ll definitely want to check out my delicious meat-stuffed cannelloni or these easy meatballs in bell pepper sauce! 🙂
Happy cooking,
Christoph
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Classic Ground Meat Stuffed Peppers
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Zutaten
- 4 Red bell peppers or yellow
- 1 Onion
- 1 Garlic clove
- 50 g Breadcrumbs
- 400 g Ground meat beef and pork blend
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning dried
- 1200 ml Water
- 2 tsp Vegetable broth powder
- 200 g Rice
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 40 g Butter
- 40 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Tomato paste
- 500 g Tomato puree
- 1 tsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Zubereitung
- Peel the garlic. Peel and quarter the onion. Add both to the mixing bowl and chop for 5 sec / Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula and repeat once more.
- Add the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings to the mixing bowl and combine for 1 min / Dough mode.
- Wash the bell peppers and pat dry. Slice off the tops evenly and carefully hollow out the seeds and ribs.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture, place the tops back on, and arrange them in the Varoma® dish.
- Place the rice into the simmering basket and rinse thoroughly under running water. Pour 1200 ml water into the mixing bowl and insert the simmering basket. Add 2 tsp vegetable broth powder to the rice and stir gently.
- Set the Varoma® in place and steam for 30 min / Varoma® / Speed 1.
- Once the timer goes off, carefully remove the Varoma® and the simmering basket. Set both aside to keep warm.
- Empty the mixing bowl.
- For the tomato sauce, add the butter and flour to the mixing bowl and cook for 3 min / 100°C / Speed 2 to make a quick roux.
- Add the tomato paste, seasonings, and tomato puree, then heat for 5 min / 100°C / Speed 3.
- Finally, blend the sauce for 15 sec / Speed 8 until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the stuffed bell peppers piping hot with the rice and luscious tomato sauce.
Notes
Pairs perfectly with a crisp, fresh side salad!
Classic Ground Meat Stuffed Peppers
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Zutaten
- 4 Red bell peppers or yellow
- 1 Onion
- 1 Garlic clove
- 50 g Breadcrumbs
- 400 g Ground meat beef and pork blend
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning dried
- 1200 ml Water
- 2 tsp Vegetable broth powder
- 200 g Rice
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 40 g Butter
- 40 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Tomato paste
- 500 g Tomato puree
- 1 tsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Zubereitung
- Peel the garlic. Peel and quarter the onion. Add both to the mixing bowl and chop for 5 sec / Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula and repeat once more.
- Add the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings to the mixing bowl and combine for 1 min / Dough mode.
- Wash the bell peppers and pat dry. Slice off the tops evenly and carefully hollow out the seeds and ribs.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture, place the tops back on, and arrange them in the Varoma® dish.
- Place the rice into the simmering basket and rinse thoroughly under running water. Pour 1200 ml water into the mixing bowl and insert the simmering basket. Add 2 tsp vegetable broth powder to the rice and stir gently.
- Set the Varoma® in place and steam for 30 min / Varoma® / Speed 1.
- Once the timer goes off, carefully remove the Varoma® and the simmering basket. Set both aside to keep warm.
- Empty the mixing bowl.
- For the tomato sauce, add the butter and flour to the mixing bowl and cook for 3 min / 100°C / Speed 2 to make a quick roux.
- Add the tomato paste, seasonings, and tomato puree, then heat for 5 min / 100°C / Speed 3.
- Finally, blend the sauce for 15 sec / Speed 8 until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the stuffed bell peppers piping hot with the rice and luscious tomato sauce.
Notes
Pairs perfectly with a crisp, fresh side salad!
