Delicious Puerto Rican Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of Puerto Rico with this mouthwatering Pimiento Relleno recipe. These stuffed peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and seasonings, then baked to perfection. Whether you're looking for a hearty weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for a special occasion, this recipe is sure to impress. Serve it with a side of Puerto Rican rice and beans for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 6 large bell peppers
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup sliced olives
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the peppers in a baking dish.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until onion is translucent.
5. Stir in the diced tomato, tomato sauce, cooked rice, cilantro, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, paprika, olives, raisins, and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Spoon the filling into the bell peppers, pressing it down gently. Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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