STUFFED BELL PEPPERS

Ingredients:

1/2 c.uncooked rice
2 tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1medium onion, chopped
2 tbsp.tomato paste
3cloves garlic, minced
1 lb.ground beef
1(14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp.dried oregano
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 bell peppers, tops and cores removed
1 c.shredded Monterey jack
Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

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