SIDE DISH STUFFED PEPPERS

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These stuffed peppers are a fiesta for your mouth! There are lots of textures in the stuffing between the rice, beans, and corn. The tomatoes and especially the cumin add a Mexican flair to this simple recipe. Simple and delicious.

Provided by Beverley Williams

Categories     Vegetables

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large bell peppers (any color)
2 c cooked rice
1 can(s) black beans, drained and rinsed, 15 oz.
1 can(s) whole kernel corn, drained, 15 oz.
1/2 c finely chopped onion
1 can(s) diced tomatoes, 14 oz.
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 c shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 tsp cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. For this dish you can use any color of bell peppers. I used a variety to make it more colorful.
  • 2. Cut the stem end off the peppers to remove a thin cap.
  • 3. Carefully remove the seeds and membranes from the peppers.
  • 4. In a small skillet heat the oil.
  • 5. Add the onion and cook until translucent; about 5 minutes.
  • 6. In a bowl, mix together cooked rice, beans, corn, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and 1/2 cup of the cheese. Mix gently until well blended.
  • 7. Spoon the mixture into the peppers.
  • 8. Place the stuffed peppers into a 9 x 9 inch baking dish.
  • 9. Sprinkle the tops with the remaining cheese.
  • 10. Bake for 25 minutes at 350.

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