Italian Stuffed Peppers

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.

4. 4

   Add the chopped onion, grated carrot, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until well combined.

6. 6

   Stuff each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture, pressing down to fill completely.

7. 7

   Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. If desired, pour a little extra tomato sauce over the top of each pepper.

8. 8

   Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Italian Stuffed Peppers!