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Flavorful Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe Easy Cheesy Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy recipe combining seasoned taco meat, melty cheese, and crisp bell peppers for a delicious and colorful dinner that feels like a grown-up taco night.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, orange, or green)
  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off each bell pepper and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Set the peppers upright in a baking dish. If they don’t stand well, slice a tiny bit off the bottoms, being careful not to create holes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (about 3-4 minutes). Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, around 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  6. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce. Mix well, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes so flavors meld.
  7. Optional: Stir in black beans for added texture and protein.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning before stuffing.
  9. Fill each bell pepper cavity with the taco meat mixture, packing gently but firmly.
  10. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella evenly over the tops of each stuffed pepper.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned and peppers are tender but still holding shape.
  12. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top before serving.

Notes

Adjust baking time for larger or smaller peppers. For extra melty cheese, cover with foil for the first 20 minutes then remove foil to brown cheese. To keep peppers upright, trim a small slice off the bottom carefully. Can prepare filling a day ahead and refrigerate. For a crispier top, broil 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully.

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