Saucy Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 large green bell peppers (about 1 pound)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
• 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds and ribs.
3. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
4. Add onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Cook until vegetables are tender and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
6. Fill peppers with the meat mixture.
7. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
8. Place peppers in a baking dish and bake for 60 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

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

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Cheesy and satisfying
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Can be customized with different fillings

User Comments:

• "These stuffed peppers were delicious! The filling was flavorful and the cheese was gooey and melted. I will definitely be making these again."
• "I love the Czech-inspired flavors in this dish. The black beans and corn add a nice sweetness and the taco seasoning gives it a kick."
• "These peppers were a perfect main course for a casual dinner party. They were easy to make and everyone loved them."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use gloves when handling hot peppers to prevent burning your hands.
• If desired, you can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
• You can also add other ingredients to the filling, such as rice, quinoa, or vegetables.
• Be careful not to overcook the peppers, or they will become soft and mushy.