Unstuffed Pepper Skillet (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Protein and Vegetables

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - ½ cup chopped onion
03 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Seasonings and Base

06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - ½ teaspoon paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon pepper
10 - 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
11 - 1½ cups instant rice

→ Toppings

12 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
13 - Chopped cilantro for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Heat skillet to medium-high heat. Once hot, add ground beef, onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
02 - Stir in chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, and rice. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Simmer 5-7 minutes until rice is tender.
03 - Sprinkle with cheese and stir until melted. Garnish with cilantro if desired before serving.

# Notes:

01 - An easier alternative to traditional stuffed peppers
02 - Can be made ahead and reheated