mexican-style stuffed peppers

Richmond, KY
Updated on May 29, 2011

I found a great deal on bell peppers and wanted to try a new approach to my stuffed peppers instead of using ricotta and spinach. This is really a great dish and very easily put together!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 large bell peppers (red, yellow, orange, green)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 cup instant rice
  • 1 package mild taco seasoning
  • 1/3 cup black beans (from can)
  • 1 cup mexican cheese blend
  • 1 3/4 cups water, divided
  • 2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced
  • 1 - green onion, sliced
  • - salt & pepper, to taste

How To Make mexican-style stuffed peppers

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Step 2
    Season beef with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a medium skillet, brown beef and onion over medium heat until no longer pink. While beef is browning, bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan and add the rice. Give it a good stir, cover and cook per package directions (usually about 5 minutes).
  • Step 3
    Drain meat on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess grease. Wipe out skillet and place beef back in skillet. Add the rice, tomatoes, black beans, 3/4 cup water, taco seasoning and cilantro. Mix until meat is well combined. Add cheese and mix well.
  • Step 4
    Slice peppers in half and discard stems, seeds and membrane carefully. Spoon beef mixture into the peppers and bake for about 20 minutes. Garnish with green peppers and extra cilantro.

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Category: Beef
Culture: Mexican

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