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Stuffed Peppers

Delicious Stuffed Peppers for Family Fun Night

These Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef are colorful, customizable, and perfect for dinner, making them a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with turkey or chicken
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice or cauliflower rice for low-carb
  • 1 can Corn can use frozen corn instead
  • 1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilis adjust for desired heat
  • 1 can Black Beans or omit for lower-carb option
  • 1 small Onion can use shallots as milder alternative
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best but garlic powder works
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tsp Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute
  • 1 tsp Cumin paprika can be a smokier alternative
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Cayenne omit for non-spicy option
For the Peppers
  • 4 Bell Peppers choose a mix of colors
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or blend

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • microwave

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish to hold the peppers.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 7-8 minutes, drain excess grease.
  3. Sauté diced onion for 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Mix in corn, diced tomatoes, black beans, and rice. Add spices and heat through for 5 minutes.
  5. Prepare the bell peppers by cutting off tops and removing seeds. Microwave for 2-3 minutes to soften.
  6. Stuff each pepper with the beef mixture, topping with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

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