Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 large bell peppers (any color)
• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs.
3. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked brown rice, vegetable broth, chopped onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Fill the bell pepper halves with the rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the bell peppers are tender.
6. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro over the bell peppers.
7. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegetarian
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Healthy and nutritious
• Easy to make ahead of time
• Great for a crowd

User Comments:

• "These stuffed bell peppers are so delicious and satisfying. I love the combination of flavors and textures."
• "I made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how flavorful they were."
• "I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed these stuffed bell peppers. They're so hearty and filling."
• "I love that these bell peppers can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient when you're hosting a party or a large gathering."
• "These stuffed bell peppers are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have brown rice, you can use white rice instead.
• You can add other vegetables to the rice mixture, such as zucchini, squash, or mushrooms.
• If you want a spicier dish, you can add a dash of cayenne pepper to the rice mixture.
• To make the bell peppers easier to stuff, you can parboil them for a few minutes before filling them.