Description
Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delightful and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Their versatility, health benefits, and delicious taste are just a few reasons why you should try making them at home.
Ingredients
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- 4 medium green peppers seeded and halved
- 1½ pounds ground beef browned
- 1 recipe or packet taco seasoning mix
- ¾ cup water
- 1½ cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Wash peppers, then slice lengthwise in half through the middle and remove seeds. Place in a casserole dish with ¼ cups water. Cover and microwave 5 to 6 minutes, or until peppers are just getting soft. Check periodically for doneness.
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In the meantime, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Add the taco seasoning and water and cook according to recipe or packet instructions.
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After the beef mixture is cooked, mix in sour cream, salsa, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
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Spray a 13 x 9 baking dish with nonstick spray. Place cooked peppers inside the dish and generously stuff with meat and cheese mixture. Top with remaining cheese.
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Bake peppers at 350 ° F for 20-30 minutes, or until peppers are heated through and cheese is melted. Serve with your favorite taco ingredients and a side of salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 219 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 316mg
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 7.6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Cholesterol: 39mg