5-Ingredient Stuffed Pepper Pasta

Introduction

There’s something incredibly comforting about a skillet full of saucy pasta, sizzling beef, and melted cheese stretching with every bite. This cheesy beef and pepper pasta is the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table fast—no fancy ingredients, just real, satisfying flavor that feels like home.

On busy weeknights, finding a dish that’s both quick and filling can feel like a challenge. That’s where this recipe shines. It’s one of those easy dinner recipes you’ll keep coming back to—simple steps, pantry-friendly ingredients, and a rich, hearty result that tastes like it took hours to make.

With tender pasta, savory ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and gooey mozzarella, this dish hits all the right notes. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or just craving family-friendly comfort food, this one-pan wonder delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (16 oz) short pasta (rotini, penne, or shells)
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2 large bell peppers (1 green, 1 red or yellow), diced
• 1 jar (24 oz) high-quality marinara sauce
• 1 ½ cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp olive oil (optional)

How to Make

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