Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers Featuring Burger Blend Olive Oil

Sweet bell peppers roast until tender, savory ground beef cooks with onion and garlic, and sharp cheddar melts into every bite for a dinner that feels fun, hearty, and full of flavor. The Burger Infused Olive Oil Blend layers caramelized onion, garlic, nutritional yeast, and black pepper into the filling so the whole skillet tastes like a cheeseburger in pepper form. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that also fits right in at game day or a casual family table, and it’s the kind of meal people ask for again.

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Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers Featuring Burger Blend Olive Oil

Juicy ground beef, tender bell peppers, and melty cheddar come together with the rich burger flavor of Burger Infused Olive Oil Blend for a cozy, satisfying dinner.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 4 peppers

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Burger Infused Olive Oil Blend
• 1 small yellow onion finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup cooked white rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
• 1/4 cup diced dill pickles
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Equipment

• 1 Large skillet For cooking the beef filling
• 1 9x13-inch baking dish For roasting the stuffed peppers
• 1 Aluminum foil To cover peppers during the first bake
• 1 Cutting board For prepping peppers and aromatics
• 1 Chef’s knife For slicing peppers and dicing onion
• 1 Wooden spoon For stirring the filling

Method

 

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. 2. Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and membranes, and arrange them cut-side up in the dish.
3. 3. Heat the Burger Infused Olive Oil Blend in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. 4. Add the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Cook, breaking the meat into small crumbles, until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off excess fat if needed.
5. 5. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, water, cooked rice, half of the cheddar cheese, and diced pickles. Cook for 1 minute, just until everything is well combined.
6. 6. Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the pepper halves and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
7. 7. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. 8. Finish with chopped parsley, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra burger-style flavor, serve with a few sliced pickles on top and a side of ketchup or mustard. If the peppers seem large, use 5 or 6 medium peppers instead of 4 large ones and distribute the filling as needed. The filling should be moist but not soupy so it bakes neatly inside the peppers.

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Recipe Tips

Choose peppers with flat bottoms so they sit neatly in the baking dish. If you want a softer pepper, give them a quick pre-bake before filling. Let the stuffed peppers rest for a few minutes after baking so the cheese settles and the filling holds together better.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these peppers with a simple green salad, roasted potatoes, or a handful of pickles on the side. They also work well with ketchup, mustard, or a quick burger-style sauce drizzled over the top.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through. For best texture, keep the toppings separate until serving.

Variations

Swap the cheddar for pepper jack if you want a little kick. Add chopped mushrooms to the beef mixture for extra savoriness. You can also stir in diced tomato or a few sliced pickles for a more classic burger-style filling.

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