Name: Greek Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes; 2 bell peppers; 1 cup cooked rice; 1/2 pound ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can diced tomatoes; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; Olive oil

Greek Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers

A traditional Greek dish featuring tomatoes and peppers filled with a savory rice and meat mixture.

45 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tops off the tomatoes and peppers and remove the seeds.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Pack the mixture into the tomatoes and peppers.
Place in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.