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Stuffed Green Pepper Casserole

Posted by Florida Barb on

Small Casserole with Leftover Meatloaf crumbled with added diced Tomatoes, Green Peppers, and Rice, taste like Stuffed Green Peppers…

Stuffed Green Pepper Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound ground meat, I used leftover meatloaf crumbled
  • 1/2 large green pepper diced
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes, about 15 ounces
  • 1 can tomato sauce 8 ounces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • In a skillet on medium heat, add olive oil and green peppers saute for a few minutes.
  • Add ground meat and brown, or crumble leftover meatloaf
  • Add the tomatoes, tomatoes sauce, and all the spices.
  • Let this simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • In a small casserole dish spread the rice evenly on bottom, pour meat mixture over rice, top with shredded cheddar cheese and bake in a 375° oven for about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cooling rack or set on stove top. Let set for a few minutes before serving. Serves 2-3. Enjoy!