Hearty Italian filled bell pepper recipe: Family Favorite!…

Ingredients

• 6 medium bell peppers (assorted colors), washed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup / 150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 ounce/800g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound (450g) ground beef (or Italian sausage, casings removed)
• 1 cup (200g) cooked white rice (long-grain is best)
• 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (25g) chopped fresh parsley
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• Extra grated parmesan or mozzarella for topping