Mexican Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 green or red bell peppers (about 1 pound)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and ribs.
3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
4. Add onion, garlic, and tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
5. Stir in black beans, corn, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
7. Stuff the pepper halves with the meat mixture.
8. Place the peppers in a baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until tender.
9. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and cilantro before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Vibrant and colorful
• Savory and flavorful
• Hearty and satisfying
• Can be customized with various toppings

User Comments:

• "These stuffed peppers were absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect and the peppers were cooked to perfection."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's a great option for a quick and healthy weeknight meal."
• "I've made these peppers several times and they are always a hit with my family. They're a great way to use up leftover ground beef."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have taco seasoning on hand, you can make your own using a combination of spices such as chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano.
• To make the peppers even more flavorful, you can marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, and cilantro before stuffing them.
• If you are using large bell peppers, you may need to adjust the cooking time to ensure that they are fully cooked.