Stuffed Peppers With Ground Beef and Rice
INGREDIENTS
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6 green peppers, or use a combination of green and red bell peppers or other colors
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1 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
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1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 clove garlic, crushed
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1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried leaf basil
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2 teaspoons salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef (at least 85%)
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1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice
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Shredded mild Cheddar cheese, about 1/2 to 3/4 cup, optional
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