Easy Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Bell Peppers

_{This twist on the classic shepherd’s pie recipe is loaded with flavorful beef and veggies, then topped with fluffy and creamy mashed potatoes, then baked to perfection in multicolored peppers!}

Easy Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Bell Peppers

Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Total Time: 50 Minutes Servings: 4 Servings

This is a new twist on an old classic. A family favorite of Shepherd’s Pie and Stuffed Bell Peppers. I present to you Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Bell Peppers. I am so happy with how these turned out. Using rainbow-colored peppers brightens up this dish.

It is a great way to feed a large family without breaking the bank. Plus, everyone is happy, especially the kids. When you have small kids, you understand how hard it is to please them. The single serving size and colors make this an attractive meal for them.

My kids, I admit, are little foodies. Especially my son. He will try anything once. You won’t be disappointed in the taste, the peppers are the perfect vehicle for the Shepherd’s Pie. If you have a favorite Shepherd’s Pie, you can certainly fill those peppers to the rim with that mixture or try out the recipe below.

Don’t forget to serve these babies with a garden salad or fresh fruit salad on the side. I know that you will have a home run meal!

Now Let’s Get Cooking…

Ingredients Needed for Stuffed Peppers

• 4 bell peppers, seeds, and ribs removed
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 small onion, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas & carrots
• 1 packet of beef or brown gravy
• 1 cup of water
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt & Pepper

These stuffed bell peppers will come together in a pinch. The first thing is first… pick out your favorite colored peppers. I typically let my kids claim which colored pepper will be theirs.

If they pick it, they must eat it. I just love that they enjoy eating this recipe. Next, to bake these gorgeous bell peppers, I like to use the small 8×8 glass casserole dish. You can easily fit four stuffed peppers without them toppling over.

However, you may have a little wiggle. To stop that, see my tip below. **Quick Tip** For the sake of balancing peppers in your baking dish, you may have to slightly trim a few bottoms.

No worries, no one will notice or you can cut a large onion. Take each ring of the onion and prop a pepper in the center to stabilize it. The onion ring becomes a brace.

Next, in a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion, drain, and return the pan to the stove. (You can print these directions below too).

Now you are ready to add in the gravy packet and 1 cup of water, bring to a boil, and reduce to a simmer. Mix in the peas & carrots.

Lastly, stuff those bell peppers right to the top with Shepherd’s Pie Filling. Then top them with mashed potatoes. Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes, uncovered for 10 minutes, or until peppers are tender.

Now the waiting begins for dinner. 

Mouth-watering Stuffed Bell Peppers. 

So beautiful, aren’t they? And they taste just as good as they look.

When the budget is tight, this Shepherd’s Pie Recipe can be a money-saving meal. I like that I can add in what veggies and however much ground beef I have on hand. Plus potatoes, they are always so cheap. I like to buy extra when they are on sale.

How to Freeze Stuffed Bell Peppers

 If you’re wondering if you can freeze stuffed peppers to make them last longer, the answer is YES! You definitely can.

 Freeze all of your peppers one by one by wrapping them in plastic wrap and placing them in a plastic freezer bag before freezing. They should be good for three to six months frozen.

Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

This meal is called Shepherd’s Pie. But, from doing a quick Google search, it came to my attention that TONS of people think it’s Shepard pie. Traditional Irish Shepherd’s Pie would call for ground lamb.

The difference between Shepherd’s Pie and Cottage Pie is the meat. Cottage Pie uses ground beef, while Shepherd’s Pie uses ground lamb. I am calling this recipe Shepherd’s pie, but we make it with ground beef. You can easily substitute ground beef for ground lamb. 

I know most people cook with ground beef versus ground lamb based on availability and taste.

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Eating out is easy, and it usually tastes delicious, but it’s expensive. Making this meal at home will save you money. Add this recipe to your weekly meal plan.