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Amazing Jack-o’-lantern Stuffed Peppers

Amazing Jack-o’-lantern Stuffed Peppers for Festive Family Fun

Amazing Jack-o’-lantern Stuffed Peppers that are delightful, customizable, and perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 Orange Bell Peppers Substitute with yellow or red if needed.
For the Filling
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For browning the meat and veggies.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Feel free to swap in lean turkey.
  • 1 Chopped Onion Yellow or white onions are ideal.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic will ensure maximum flavor.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (Canned, undrained)
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Brown rice or quinoa are excellent alternatives.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Can also use Italian seasoning.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust to taste as you go.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider Monterey Jack or cotija for a twist.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and carve out jack-o'-lantern faces.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef or turkey for about 7-10 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, salt, and pepper and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  7. Stuff the peppers with the filling, packing generously, and fit the tops back on if desired.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove foil, add more cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These peppers can be prepared a day ahead for quick assembly on Halloween night.

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