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Jack-o’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers

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Celebrate Halloween with these fun and flavorful Jack-o’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers, perfect for family gatherings and a creative kitchen activity!

Ingredients

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  • 4 large orange or yellow bell peppers
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or veggie)
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your peppers by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off and scoop out the seeds and membranes.
  2. Cook the filling in a skillet with olive oil, adding chopped onion and sautéing until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and ground meat, cooking until browned.
  4. Mix in cooked rice and diced tomatoes with spices, letting the mixture simmer.
  5. Stuff each bell pepper with the filling, packing it down.
  6. Top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes covered, then an additional 10-15 minutes uncovered until cheese is melted.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

Notes

Feel free to get creative with fillings or spice levels! You can also carve faces into the peppers for a more festive look.

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Keywords: stuffed peppers, Halloween recipe, family meal, fall cooking

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