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Deliciously Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 pound ground turkey or beef
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
– 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

These ingredients coalesce beautifully to create a delicious and filling dish that everyone will love!

Instructions

Making Deliciously Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers is a breeze by following these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Peppers: Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Set aside.
3. Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey or beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat, cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the filling into each bell pepper, packing it gently but filling them generously.
6. Place in Baking Dish: Arrange stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. You can add a little water to the bottom to help steam the peppers while cooking.
7. Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Add Cheese: Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top of each pepper, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from the oven, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
10. Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Following these steps ensures that your Deliciously Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers turn out perfectly every time!

  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 25g