Italian Stuffed Bell Peppers

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Step 2: Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them in a baking dish.
3. Step 3: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
4. Step 4: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
5. Step 5: Stir in the cooked rice, crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Step 6: Stuff each bell pepper with the rice and beef mixture, filling to the top.
7. Step 7: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Step 8: Remove the foil and top each bell pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Step 9: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.