Stuffed peppers are so good and delicious but so messy. Make this casserole and save yourself the hassle of assembling the peppers.
1 1/2 lb. ground beef (or ground turkey, ground pork or ground chicken)
2 green bell peppers, diced (or any color)
1 c. onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. Cajun seasoning
1/2 t. black pepper
1/4 t. red pepper flakes
3 t. Worcestershire sauce
14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
2 c. beef broth or stock
1 1/2 c. rice
2 c. sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 c. Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13x9 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Add ground beef, onions, bell peppers, garlic, Cajun seasoning, black pepper and red pepper flakes to a large skillet; cook until meat is no longer pink and onions and bell peppers are soft. Discard excess grease.
Transfer meat and veggies to the prepared baking dish; add Worcestershire sauce, tomatoes, rice and beef broth; stir.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for about 1 hour or until the rice is tender. Remove from the oven. Top with the shredded cheeses. Bake uncovered for an another 5-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Serve.