Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe
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Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers, any colours, and try for shapes that will sit in a baking pan
olive oil
1 lb. ground chicken or turkey
1 tblsp. of chili powder
1 tsp. of ground cumin
1 tsp. of garlic powder or 1/4 tsp. is using jar garlic
1/2 tsp. of salt
1/4 tsp. of pepper
1 jar of salsa (500-650 ml) - mild, medium or hot - your preference
1 1/2 cups of cooked brown rice quinoa or cauliflower rice
1 1/4 cups of shredded cheese - spicy variety or what you prefer
*You can use leftover quinoa.
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Directions:On low heat, cook the meat in olive oil, breaking it apart, and drain once cooked. You might want to retain a bit of the liquid because, when you add the spices, it's a bit difficult if the meat is dry. (I usually add a bit of juice from a jalapeno jar instead.)
[While the meat is cooking, cut your peppers in half from top to bottom and clean them. If using cauliflower rice, prepare according to directions.]
Add the spices and stir until mixed.
Add the jar of salsa, stir and let cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Add the quinoa or rice and 3/4 of a cup of the cheese. Mix thoroughly.
Stuff the peppers and lay in baking pan. Top with remaining cheese. Add water to the baking pan - just enough to cover the bottom of the pan.
Bake uncovered in 375 º oven for 25-35 minutes or until peppers are tender but not collapsing.
Serve with your favourite fixings, salads, etc. We use sour cream and jalapenos. |
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Notes: I adapted this recipe from https://www.wellplated.com/.
You can experiment with the spices, especially depending upon the salsa you use. I've increased the chili powder to 1.5 tablespoons and the cumin to 1.5 teaspoons.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days or freeze for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating slowly.
Added on April 17, 2024 while the house was for sale.
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