Bellissima How Do You Make Stuffed Italian Peppers

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 cup cooked white rice
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar