Stuffed Bell Pepper Stew

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Cook Time: 45 Minutes

Ready In: 50 Minutes

Servings: 8

I love stuffed peppers but hate all the work. This is a stew that takes like stuffed peppers. We love this stew!

Ingredients:

2 lbs ground beef

2 green bell peppers, diced

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon italian seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

2 cups cooked brown rice

finely shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. In a Dutch oven brown beef and drain off fat.
2. Add the peppers to the browned meat and sauté for 3-5 minutes.
3. Cook rice following instructions on box.
4. Stir in the rest of the ingredients accept the rice. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Stir in rice and heat through.
5. Pour into bowls and top with mozzarella cheese if desired.

By RecipeOfHealth.com