Hearty Mexican Stuffed Peppers for Two

1. 1

   Heat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Brown meat with onions in skillet on medium heat.

3. 3

   Stir in taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water.

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   Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally.

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   Remove half the meat mixture; cool, then refrigerate for another use.

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   (See Tip.)

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   Stir 1/2 cup of the remaining water into remaining seasoned meat in skillet.

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   Add tomatoes; mix well.

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   Bring to boil.

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    Stir in rice; cover.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Let stand 10 min.

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    Meanwhile, cut tops off peppers; discard tops and seeds.

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    Mix salsa and remaining water in bottom of 9-inch square baking dish.

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    Stand peppers in baking dish.

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    Add 1/2 cup cheese to meat mixture; stir.

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    Spoon into peppers; top with remaining cheese.

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    Cover.

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    Bake 35 to 40 min.

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    or until peppers are tender.

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    Serve topped with sauce from baking dish.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.