{"id":99889,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-15T01:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meat-loaf-stuffed-peppers\/"},"modified":"2024-10-23T14:54:01","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T19:54:01","slug":"meat-loaf-stuffed-peppers","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meat-loaf-stuffed-peppers\/","title":{"rendered":"Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Leftover meat loaf isn\u2019t always inspiring, but these meat loaf stuffed peppers are. They are attractive and tasty and make a fun way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-repurpose-leftovers\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-repurpose-leftovers\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">repurpose leftovers<\/a>. It doesn\u2019t really matter which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-make-meat-loaf\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-make-meat-loaf\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meat loaf recipe<\/a> you use as your starting point, stuffed peppers with meat loaf are a solid winner.<\/p>\n<p>This is a quick recipe at just 40 minutes from start to finish, so it\u2019s ideal for weeknight meals. It\u2019s the kind of recipe that begs you to put your own spin on it, so feel free to tweak it with whatever\u2019s in your fridge.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Green bell peppers:<\/strong> Green bell peppers provide an edible wrapper for the stuffing, and additional chopped peppers add their flavor to the stuffing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leftover meat loaf:<\/strong> Leftover meat loaf gives this economical meal much of its flavor and protein.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spaghetti sauce:<\/strong> Spaghetti sauce helps moisten the peppers\u2019 stuffing and also keeps them from drying out in the oven.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cooked rice:<\/strong> The leftover rice in this recipe gives the filling its bulk and stretches the costlier ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> Chopped onion adds a pungent, savory note to the filling and helps elevate its other flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cheddar:<\/strong> The shredded cheddar cheese provides a pleasantly gooey layer of flavor atop the stuffed peppers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the peppers<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068718\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Meatloaf-Stuffed-Peppers_TOHD24_2287_EricKleinberg_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers photo of the prepared peppers and sauce.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cut the tops from the peppers and remove the seeds and any oversized ribs from the inside. Drop the peppers into a pot of boiling water to par-cook for three minutes, then scoop them out and drain. Pour 1 cup of the spaghetti sauce into a shallow baking dish, and set the dish aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Make the filling<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068719\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Meatloaf-Stuffed-Peppers_TOHD24_2287_EricKleinberg_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers photo of the stuffed peppers.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a saucepan, combine the leftover meat loaf and rice with the onion, chopped green pepper and remaining spaghetti sauce. Cook the mixture over medium-high heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until it\u2019s heated through. Stuff each pepper with the meat loaf mixture, then transfer the peppers to the sauce-covered baking dish.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake the stuffed peppers<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Meatloaf-Stuffed-Peppers_TOHD24_2287_EricKleinberg_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers photo of the baked peppers topped with cheese.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bake the peppers, uncovered, at 375\u00b0F for 15 to 20 minutes, until they\u2019re heated through and the peppers are tender. Sprinkle the cheese over top of the peppers, and let them stand until the cheese melts before serving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068721\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Meatloaf-Stuffed-Peppers_TOHD24_2287_EricKleinberg_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers photo of the finished recipe.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Meat Loaf Stuffed Pepper Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Switch up the meat:<\/strong> This recipe was designed to use up leftover meat loaf, but you can tweak it according to the leftovers you have on hand. Leftover cooked sausages, hamburgers and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/marvelous-meatball-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/marvelous-meatball-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">baked or braised meatballs<\/a> can all be diced up and used the same way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a meaty tomato sauce:<\/strong> If meat loaf and meatballs aren\u2019t in the regular mealtime rotation at your house, but pasta dishes are, you have a different option. A few cups of leftover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/beef-bolognese-with-linguine\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/beef-bolognese-with-linguine\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Bolognese sauce<\/a> or other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meaty-spaghetti-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meaty-spaghetti-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meaty spaghetti sauce<\/a> can replace both the meat loaf and the plain tomato sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Go with a different sauce altogether:<\/strong> The whole spirit of this dish is using up what you have on hand, so don\u2019t feel that you have to have tomato sauce. Using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/slow-cooked-salsa\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/slow-cooked-salsa\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cooked salsa<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fresh-salsa-verde\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fresh-salsa-verde\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">salsa verde<\/a> instead, for example, takes the meal in an entirely different direction. Got beef gravy? Use that instead. If you\u2019re using meatballs as a substitute for the meat loaf, and they were cooked in a sauce, it makes sense to use up the sauce in your stuffed peppers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers<\/h2>\n<p>Any leftover stuffed bell peppers should be moved to a food-safe storage container with a tight-fitting lid, and refrigerated as soon as possible after your meal.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I make the stuffed peppers ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, they\u2019ll reheat well. Make them earlier in the same day, or even the day before, and return them to the oven until they\u2019re heated through to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fsis.usda.gov\/food-safety\/safe-food-handling-and-preparation\/food-safety-basics\/leftovers-and-food-safety\" data-name=\"www.fsis.usda.gov\/food-safety\/safe-food-handling-and-preparation\/food-safety-basics\/leftovers-and-food-safety\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"nofollow\">USDA\u2019s recommended temperature<\/a> of 165\u00b0F. If you do this, hold back on the cheddar cheese and put it on once they\u2019ve finished reheating.<\/p>\n<h3>How long will these stuffed peppers keep?<\/h3>\n<p>That\u2019s an interesting question. Ordinarily, a dish such as this one would keep for three to four days in the fridge, but in this instance, you\u2019re working with leftovers. The meat loaf, rice or sauce may already have spent two or three days in your fridge, which makes them riskier than fresh ingredients. You should plan to either eat up any \u201cleftover leftovers\u201d within a day, or else freeze them immediately after your meal for longer storage. Frozen, they\u2019ll keep for one to three months depending how well you wrap them.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for Meat Loaf Stuffed Peppers<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Meatloaf-Stuffed-Peppers_TOHD24_2287_EricKleinberg_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers photo of the finished recipe.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>I\u2019m not keen on green peppers, can I use a different kind?<\/h3>\n<p>If you prefer the sweeter, mellow flavor of ripe bell peppers, feel free to use those instead. They\u2019re a 1:1 substitute for green peppers. You could also use mild chile peppers such as Anaheims, poblanos or banana <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/guide-to-peppers-from-sweet-to-spicy\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/guide-to-peppers-from-sweet-to-spicy\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">peppers<\/a>. Those have a different shape, so it\u2019s best to halve them lengthwise and fill the halves. They\u2019ll be shallower than bell peppers, but you can still fill and cook them in much the same way.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I stuff other vegetables?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, of course. Remember, this recipe is all about using what you\u2019ve got. Instead of stuffed peppers with meat loaf you could use large tomatoes, for example. Scoop out the juicy middle and use it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/garden-cucumber-tomato-salad\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/garden-cucumber-tomato-salad\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">in a salad<\/a>, then stuff and bake the tomatoes. Zucchini and other summer squash are good for stuffing, and so are acorn or Sweet Dumpling winter squashes. In a pinch, you can even use large leaves of cabbage or chard. Blanching the cabbage leaves in boiling water for a few minutes makes them flexible enough to roll around the filling.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I use a different grain?<\/h3>\n<p>Of course, if that\u2019s what you have on hand. Small grains and grain-like options are best, including bulgur wheat, brown rice, barley, quinoa and couscous. For those who have been trying to incorporate more whole grains into their diet, we have a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/whole-grains\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/whole-grains\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">less-common options<\/a> you can try in this or other recipes. If you don\u2019t have leftover cooked grain but do have leftover pasta, that can work as well. Just chop the pasta coarsely before mixing it with the meat loaf and sauce.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With my husband\u2014who won&#8217;t eat the same thing twice\u2014I&#8217;ve had to learn to be creative with leftovers (around here, we call it &#8220;recycled food&#8221;). I put this recipe together to use up leftover meat loaf. When it&#8217;s dressed up with homegrown peppers, he doesn&#8217;t know he really is getting yesterday&#8217;s main course! Actually, leftovers are both coming and going in this recipe\u2014if I have any peppers left over, I use them to make my spaghetti sauce. Although we live close to Houston, there&#8217;s a pasture near our house and we can hear the cows that graze there. We have two sons, 4 and 2.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2068717,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304162,304328,305271,304292,305487,304338,305334,304390,303966,307728,304368,303887,306848,305353,304268,307307,306284,307723,324623,304388,304150,303883,307614,304353,304403],"categories-v2":[308500,309439,308988,308319,308984,308481,309216,308305,310796,308992,309337,308761,308495,310690,308745,308478,309603,309362,259483,310342,312139,310685,309177,308752,309434,308476,310591,309005,308812],"coauthors":[343387],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos","post_link":"\/recipes\/sausage-stuffed-jalapenos\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Sausage-Stuffed-Jalapenos_EXPS_TOHD24_23204_JoJoBaccam_7.jpg"},{"post_title":"Vegetarian Stuffed 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