Bellissimo Bell Peppers Best Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 medium bell peppers (any colour, or a mix)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• Salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup cooked long-grain rice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)