Delicious Stuffed Green Pepper Boats Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Lancaster County with these delicious stuffed green pepper boats. This recipe combines hearty ingredients like ground beef, rice, and tomatoes, all stuffed inside vibrant green peppers for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 large green bell peppers
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the tops off the green peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the vegetables are soft.
4. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
5. Fill each green pepper with the beef and rice mixture, then place them in a baking dish.
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the foil, sprinkle the cheese on top of each pepper, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

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