Looking for a new recipe to try? Discover the hearty and delicious Hungarian-Stuffed Peppers. Perfect for a family meal, these stuffed peppers are sure to become a favorite. Here’s how you can make them at home.
Ingredients
- 4 large peppers
- 1 large can V-8
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 c. rice
- 1 egg
- salt to taste
Pepper Stuffing Steps
- Prepare peppers (remove white sections).
- Mix ground beef, rice, egg and seasoning.
- Fill peppers; place in deep cooking vessel.
- Cover with V-8.
- Cook for 1 hour at 350°.
Calorie: 350
Total cooking time:1 hour
Difficulty level: Medium
The Saga of the Hungarian-Stuffed Peppers
Ah, Hungarian-Stuffed Peppers, a recipe that takes me back to my grandmother’s kitchen, with an aroma that could lure even the most stubborn child away from their video games. So, buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a culinary ride of epic proportions!
The Cast of Culinary Characters
Our heroes for this culinary journey include 4 large peppers, 1 large can of V-8 (yes, the vegetable drink), 1 onion finely chopped, 1/2 tsp. garlic powder, 1 lb. ground beef, 1/2 c. rice, 1 egg, and salt to taste. Now, you might be thinking, “Wait, V-8? Seriously?” But trust me, that V-8 is the secret weapon in this recipe that no one sees coming.
The Art of Pepper Preparation
First things first, we have to prepare our peppers. And by prepare, I mean give them a nice little internal cleaning. You know, remove those white sections that serve no purpose in our dish. It’s like spring cleaning, but for peppers.
Mixing Matters
Next, we get to create a delicious concoction of ground beef, rice, egg, and seasoning. It’s like making a meatloaf, but then you remember you’re stuffing it into a vegetable, so you feel a tad bit healthier about the whole situation. Add in the chopped onion, because every good recipe requires at least one tear shed, right? Then sprinkle in the garlic powder – not too much, though. We don’t want to ward off any vampires (or potential dinner dates) tonight!
The Stuffed Pepper Assembly Line
Once you have your filling, it’s time to stuff the peppers. This is where things get messy. And by messy, I mean “why is there ground beef in my hair?” level of messy. But hey, that’s half the fun, right? Once you’ve successfully filled your peppers (and probably half your kitchen), it’s time to find a deep cooking vessel. Something that can comfortably hold your soon-to-be delicious peppers and a whole can of V-8.
The V-8 Plot Twist
Now, here’s where the V-8 comes in. We’re going to pour it all over the peppers. Yes, you heard me right. We’re not making a cocktail; we’re creating a savory, juicy bath for our peppers. The V-8 will keep the peppers moist and infuse them with an extra layer of flavor.
The Waiting Game
Finally, pop those babies into the oven and let them cook for 1 hour at 350°. This is the perfect time to clean up the mess you’ve undoubtedly made in your kitchen. Or, you could just sit back, relax, and enjoy the heavenly smells wafting from your oven.
The Final Reveal
When the timer dings, get ready for the grand reveal. You’ve toiled, you’ve cried (thanks, onion), and you’ve made a mess. But in the end, you’ve created something truly delicious and worth every moment.
And there you have it, folks! My grandmother’s Hungarian-Stuffed Peppers. A recipe that’s sure to impress, and might even make you laugh, especially if you’re the one who ends up with ground beef in their hair. Happy cooking!
