Southwest Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Southwest Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1-3/4 cups chopped seeded tomatoes, divided; 4 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1-1/2 cups water, divided; 4 medium green peppers; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese; 2 green onions, chopped; 4 grape tomatoes, halved, optional

Servings: persons

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-3/4 cups chopped seeded tomatoes, divided
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups water, divided
4 medium green peppers
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped
4 grape tomatoes, halved, optional

1
In a large skillet, cook the beef, red pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain.
2
Stir in 1/2 cup tomatoes, chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, oregano and cayenne. Gradually stir in 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, cut green peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds. Place in an ungreased shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish; add remaining water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until crisp tender. Drain; fill each pepper half with 1/3 cup beef mixture.
4
Top with the remaining tomatoes. Garnish with sour cream, cheese, green onions and grape tomatoes if desired.

510

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean), 2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Southwest Stuffed Peppers falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Southwest Stuffed Peppers

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