These meaty Sweet Tomato Glazed Stuffed Bell Peppers are served open-faced stuffed with a flavorful ground beef filling. Topped with a sweet tomato glaze and cheese, they're a delicious way to add farmstand goodness to the dinner menu.
Sweet Tomato Glazed Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed sweet tomato glazed stuffed bell peppers were a regular rotation through our kitchen growing-up. We usually had a garden and when peppers came in, we enjoyed them to the last bite! For my stuffed bell peppers, I like to cut them in half lengthwise, because my experience has been that a lot of people prefer not to eat the entire pepper. So I nestle them side by side, over fill them and top them with a sweet and tangy tomato glaze. For the crowning touch, a sprinkle of Colby-Jack cheese. Stuffed bell peppers are down home good eats.
Helpful Tips Making Stuffed Peppers
- I used a variety of peppers for color. You may use any bell pepper you enjoy the most.
- I choose to make stuffed peppers "open faced." If you prefer, you can leave the peppers whole.
- While the peppers are cooking, they will release moisture. This helps to steam and soften the peppers while baking. I recommend removing them from the baking dish to a platter for serving.
- You may use whatever flavor of cheese you enjoy to top these peppers.
- Truvia brown sugar blend works very well for the glaze and may be substituted in place of light brown sugar, if desired.
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Sweet Tomato Glazed Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients
- 3 extra large bell peppers
- 12 oz extra lean ground beef
- 8 oz ground Italian sausage
- 1 ¼ cups cooked long grain rice
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chilies well drained [hot or mild]
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese divided
- 1 small sweet onion finely diced
- 2 Tbsp chopped Italian parsley
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp barbecue seasoning [i.e. McCormick's Smokehouse Maple]
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp cayenne
- Sweet tomato glaze:
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp barbecue seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray an 8 x 12 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the stems and seeds. Brush the exterior of the peppers with oil, or spray with cooking spray. Season the interior with a sprinkle of salt & black pepper. Place side by side in the dish.
- In a mixing bowl, mix together the ketchup and tomato paste. Mix with the remaining filling ingredients.
- Reserve 1 cup of shredded Colby-Jack cheese for the tops. Mix the filling ingredients until fully combined.
- Divide the filling between the bell peppers.
- Mix together the ingredients for the glaze and drizzle on top of each pepper.
- Bake for 1 hour, then sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the peppers are fork tender and the cheese has melted.
Notes
My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
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Christina
Melissa these are amazing and easy to throw together! I served with extra sauce ....I love the sauce on top! Thanks for sharing!
Melissa
Hi Christine, I'm so happy you loved these definitely a personal fave. My pleasure!
Richard Dandridge
these are great...even an old bachelor can make these and they are awesome!
Melissa
Glad you liked this one, Richard!
Melissa
Hi Amy, so happy you enjoyed these, we love them,too! Thanks so much for commenting. ~ Melissa
Amy Lock
Made this last night to carry us for the next few days. I had to try one last night because they smelled so good. My husband and I shared one since it was late. They are delicious!
Melissa
Hi Carol, thank you for your visit! I'll stop by soon. ~ Melissa
Carol | a cup of mascarpone
I love all the lovely ingredients you have in your stuffed peppers! They look absolutely delicious! I'm a new follower, would love you to stop by my blog sometime too, when you get a chance! Have a great weekend! Carol
Melissa
Thanks Linda! 🙂
Linda
Another festive looking dish Melissa, and I love all the ingredients!