Creating your Stuffed Pepper Casserole is easy with this straightforward guide. Follow these steps to enjoy this incredible dish:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef while breaking it apart. Cook until no longer pink.
3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the meat. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Peppers: Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Mix in Rice and Sauces: Add the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix everything thoroughly.
6. Transfer to Casserole Dish: Pour the meat and vegetable mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Spread it evenly.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the casserole, covering it generously.
8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Garnish: Once out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley if desired.
10. Serve: Spoon generous portions onto plates and enjoy!

Making this Stuffed Pepper Casserole allows you to enjoy delicious flavors without the fuss of individual stuffed peppers. It’s simply a layered masterpiece that is sure to impress.