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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F.
2
Cut the peppers in half, remove the ribs and seeds and place in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Use 1 tablespoon of the oil to rub all over the peppers.
3
Heat the remaining oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat and sauté the onions for 3 minutes.
4
Add the cooked rice, beans, corn, tomatoes, lime juice, cumin, paprika and salt and stir together to combine. Cook the mixture for 5 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Add 1/2 cup grated cheese.
5
Divide the mixture between the pepper halves and top with remaining cheese.
6
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover for an additional 10 minutes or until peppers are fork tender and cheese is melted.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pre-roast Peppers for Better Texture 🌶️Char the bell peppers under the broiler for 3-4 minutes before stuffing to soften their skin and enhance their natural sweetness, making them easier to bite through in the finished dish.
- Cook Rice Separately with Broth 🍚Prepare your rice in vegetable or chicken broth instead of water to infuse it with deeper flavor that complements the cumin and smoked paprika throughout the entire dish.
- Toast Your Spices Dry 🔥Briefly toast the cumin and smoked paprika in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to the filling to unlock their essential oils and intensify their warm, smoky flavors.
- Add Lime and Cilantro Last Minute 🍋Reserve the fresh cilantro as a garnish and squeeze lime juice over the finished peppers just before serving to preserve their bright, vibrant flavors rather than cooking them away.
- Partially Cook Peppers for Even Doneness ⏱️Pre-bake the hollowed pepper shells at 350°F for 10 minutes before filling to ensure the pepper walls cook through evenly while the filling heats to the perfect temperature.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
Low-Cholesterol
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