SOUTHWEST STUFFED PEPPERS

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We put a quick and zesty twist on a dinnertime staple with this colorful main course. Garlic, chili powder, cumin and more season the ground beef perfectly. Serve this impressive and fuss-free dish tonight! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

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

Steps:

  • 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. , 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. , 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. , Top with the remaining tomatoes. Garnish with sour cream, cheese, green onions and grape tomatoes if desired.

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Pete Scollick
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I've never made stuffed peppers before, but this recipe made it so easy! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the peppers turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Tommy Ho
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook stuffed peppers. This recipe was a great find! The filling was unique and flavorful, and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Mawaheb Boudiab
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These stuffed peppers were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Peter Ple
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but these stuffed peppers were delicious! The filling was perfectly seasoned and the peppers were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.


Karim Zayed
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These stuffed peppers were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! They were so delicious and my family loved them. I will definitely be making them again for special occasions.


Raj Cool boy
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I loved that this recipe used black beans instead of ground beef. It made the stuffed peppers a lot healthier and they were still very flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Suliyat Oluwaseun
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These stuffed peppers were a great way to use up some leftover rice. They were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Abdullah Anwar
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I've never made stuffed peppers before, but this recipe made it so easy! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the peppers turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Husnain Yousaf
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook stuffed peppers. This recipe was a great find! The filling was unique and flavorful, and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Cynthia Vahtel
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made these stuffed peppers with lentils instead of ground beef. They were delicious! The lentils added a nice texture and flavor to the filling.


Riley Bowling
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I made these stuffed peppers for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious they were. I'm definitely going to make them again for my next party.


SKT Gaming
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These stuffed peppers were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them! I think I'll try making them again with less chili powder next time.


miton chakma
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I was looking for a healthy and easy stuffed pepper recipe and this one fit the bill perfectly! The filling was light and flavorful, and the peppers were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


mdosamangoni mdosmangoni
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These stuffed peppers were a great way to use up some leftover ground beef. They were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Esther Chidinma
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I followed the recipe exactly and my stuffed peppers turned out perfect! The filling was flavorful and the peppers were cooked through. My family loved them!


M Mustaqeem
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These stuffed peppers were a bit of a disappointment. The filling was bland and the peppers were undercooked. I think I'll stick to my old stuffed pepper recipe.


Afzal Gee
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I've made these stuffed peppers several times now and they're always a hit! They're perfect for a weeknight meal because they're quick and easy to make. I love that you can customize the filling to your own liking.


Joshua Elwood
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These stuffed peppers were so easy to make and they turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still very flavorful. I also added a little bit of chopped spinach to the filling for some extra nutrients.


Eduardo Costa
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but these stuffed peppers were delicious! The filling was perfectly seasoned and the peppers were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.


Tera Baap
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These stuffed peppers were a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavorful filling and the tender peppers. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in under an hour. Will definitely be making this again!