Delicious and Flavorful Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Enjoy these delicious and flavorful stuffed peppers filled with a combination of ground beef, rice, vegetables, and melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family. The peppers are baked until tender and the filling is cooked to perfection. Serve with a side salad and enjoy a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Rinse the peppers under cold water and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
5. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, frozen corn, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
6. Arrange the bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the ground beef mixture, dividing it evenly among the peppers.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of each pepper.
8. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let the stuffed peppers cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Serve the stuffed peppers as a main dish, accompanied by a side salad or your favorite side dish.

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