Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice, Meat & Cheese Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers with Savory Beef, Rice, and Melted Cheese Ingredients: 6 large bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeds removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey 1 cup cooked white or brown rice 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese, divided Fresh parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the bell peppers for 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes, letting flavors blend. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Fill each bell pepper with the rice and meat mixture and place in a baking dish. Sprinkle the tops with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 385 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #stuffedpeppers #comfortfood #groundbeefrecipes #cheesyrecipes #bellpeppers #familydinner #ovenbaked #homemade #savorymeals #riceandmeat #glutenfreefriendly #easymeals #weeknightdinner #mealprep #bakedpeppers #classicrecipes #mozzarellalove #onepanmeal #vegetablemaincourse #heartyfood Nothing says comfort food like these classic Stuffed Bell Peppers with savory beef, rice, and melty cheese! Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!

Beef and Potato Tacos Crispy Beef and Potato Tacos with Smoky Spices and Fresh Toppings Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 lb (225g) ground beef 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 medium russet potato, peeled and diced small 1/2 cup water or beef broth 8 small corn tortillas 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional) Toppings: shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream, hot sauce, fresh cilantro, lime wedges Directions: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add diced potatoes and water or broth. Cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and the mixture has thickened. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. Spoon the beef and potato filling into each tortilla. Top with cheese (if using) and other desired toppings. Serve immediately with lime wedges and extra hot sauce on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beeftacos #potatorecipes #tacotuesday #mexicaninspired #groundbeefrecipes #comfortfood #easytacorecipes #weeknightdinner #flavorfulmeals #texmexfavorites #homemadetacos #beefandpotato #familydinners #quickmeals #tacobowlideas #meatyrecipes #tacorecipeideas #heartytacos #easycomfortfood #potatotacos It’s taco night! These Beef and Potato Tacos are crispy, savory, and filled with smoky spice. Perfect for feeding the whole crew!

Beef and Tomatillo Tacos Zesty Tomatillo Beef Tacos with Fresh Cilantro and Lime Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and black pepper to taste 6 tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional, for heat) Juice of 1 lime 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Corn or flour tortillas, warmed Optional toppings: diced red onion, avocado, sour cream, queso fresco, shredded lettuce Directions: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onion until soft, about 2–3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chopped tomatillos and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 6–8 minutes until the tomatillos have softened and released their juices. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro, adjust seasoning to taste. Serve beef mixture in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beeftacos #tacotuesday #tomatillorecipes #zestydinners #easytacorecipe #homemadetacos #latinflavors #quickmeals #tacolove #groundbeefrecipes #limecilantrotacos #weeknightdinner #texmexflavors #tacosfordays #toppingsgalore #freshherbs #jalapenotacos #spicydinners #streetfoodstyle #comfortinacorn These Beef and Tomatillo Tacos bring bold, zesty flavor to your weeknight table in just 25 minutes! Lime, cilantro, and a spicy kick!

Beef and Mushroom Pasta Savory Beef and Mushroom Cream Pasta Ingredients: 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta 2 tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 10 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced 1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 3/4 cup beef broth 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and set aside. Drain and keep warm. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if necessary. Add onion and garlic to the beef and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown. Add thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, and stir well. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for a creamier texture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefpasta #mushroompasta #comfortfood #easyweeknightdinner #creamybeefpasta #savorymeals #heartyrecipes #groundbeefrecipes #pastaideas #homemadepasta #italianstyle #familydinner #mushroomlover #quickdinners #easymeals #meatypasta #dinnerrecipes #beefandmushrooms #parmesansauce #creamycomfort Craving comfort food? This Beef & Mushroom Pasta is creamy, hearty, and perfect for chilly nights or busy weekdays!

Beef and Bell Pepper Pasta Savory Beef and Sweet Bell Pepper Tagliatelle Ingredients: 8 oz tagliatelle or fettuccine pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced thin 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup beef broth 1/2 cup tomato passata or crushed tomatoes 1/4 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish Directions: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Add the sliced bell peppers, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5–7 minutes until peppers are softened. Pour in the beef broth and tomato passata. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefrecipes #pastadinner #bellpeppers #beefpasta #comfortfood #italianinspired #easymeals #weeknightdinner #homemadepasta #groundbeefrecipes #onepanmeals #savorydishes #tagliatelle #creamybeefpasta #familymeals #quickdinner #pastaideas #dinnerrecipes #freshingredients #cheesypasta Hearty, colorful, and packed with flavor! Try this creamy Beef and Bell Pepper Pasta for your next cozy dinner. It's rich, satisfying, and done in 30 minutes!