Stuffed Peppers

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1. 1

   Paso 1. Brown the meat

   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and fry the ground meat until lightly browned.

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2. 2

   Paso 2. Add onion and garlic

   Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes.

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3. 3

   Paso 3. Stir in tomato paste

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   Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

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4. 4

   Paso 4. Add sauce and seasonings

   Add the tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried garlic. Stir well and let everything simmer for a few minutes.

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5. 5

   Paso 5. Cook the rice

   Add the rice and enough water to cover it. Mix well, cover with a lid, and cook until the rice is almost done. Add more water if needed.

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6. 6

   Paso 6. Fill the peppers

   Cut the bell peppers in half and place them on a baking tray. Fill each pepper with the meat and rice mixture.

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7. 7

   Paso 7. Bake the peppers

   Cover the tray with foil and bake until the peppers are tender.

8. 8

   Paso 8. Add cheese and bake

   Remove the foil, sprinkle the peppers with grated cheese, and return them to the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

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9. 9

   Paso 9. Serve hot

   Serve hot and enjoy!