Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed Peppers

1 1/2. lbs hamburger

1 small onion diced

2 large cloves garlic

I 4oz. can of tomato paste

1 small can tomato sauce

1T parsley

1 1/2t Oregano   

Soften onion in sauté pan with olive oil. Once soft add garlic until fragrant.  Add hamburger and brown. Once brown add tomato paste and tomato sauce.  Rinse the sauce can with 1/2 can of water and add.  Stir until mixed well. Add parsley and oregano. Simmer to a thick paste

4 peppers (red or any color)- best with flat bottoms

2 cups Kale leaves or spinach

1 small zucchini diced

1 small summer squash diced

Or any left over vegetables

Prepare large peppers

Cut off tops and remove vanes

Sliver kale or spinach and add to sauce

Sauté vegetables until almost soft and add to sauce.  Stir together.  Stuff peppers with mix and put in stable oven dish.  Add cheese if desired.

Cook at 350 for about 20 minutes

Serve hot! Or with a dollop of pesto 😋