Cajun Style Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 medium bell peppers (2 pounds)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

60-75 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and ribs, and place cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. In a large skillet, brown ground beef and pork over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
4. Add onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and parsley to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in Cajun seasoning, black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in cooked brown rice.
7. Fill bell pepper halves with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

One stuffed pepper contains approximately: - Calories: 450 - Fat: 20 grams - Protein: 30 grams - Carbohydrates: 45 grams - Fiber: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Bold and flavorful with a spicy Cajun kick
• Stuffed with a hearty mixture of ground beef, pork, and vegetables
• Topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses
• Perfect for a hearty meal or as a party appetizer

User Comments:

• "These stuffed peppers were a hit at my party! They were spicy but not overwhelming."
• "The combination of flavors in the filling was perfect. I loved the crunchy bell peppers."
• "I couldn't believe how easy these were to make. They looked and tasted like they came from a fancy restaurant."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the bell peppers, as they can become mushy.
• If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can substitute a mixture of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Serve the peppers hot with your favorite dipping sauce.