These creamy stuffed peppers are a comforting, hearty meal that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy to make. Sweet red, orange, and yellow peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground meat, rice, vegetables, and seasonings, then gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce until tender.
The combination of juicy peppers, savory filling, and silky sauce makes this a wonderful family dinner. Serve them with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a satisfying meal.
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 40–50 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4–6 people
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Peppers
- 8 medium sweet peppers, preferably red, orange, and yellow
- 500 g ground beef or ground pork
- ¾ cup uncooked white rice, rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Creamy Sauce
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream, optional
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions: Step by Step
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