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Savory Taco Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef & Cheese

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A quick and easy weeknight meal featuring bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and a blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. This comforting dish balances spicy, savory, and sweet flavors with a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (red or yellow preferred)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper)
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice each bell pepper in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes. Place cut side up in a baking dish.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onions for about 3 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef and stir well to coat. Pour in tomato sauce and add black beans if using. Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors and thicken mixture.
  6. Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each pepper half, packing gently but not overflowing.
  7. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the stuffed peppers.
  8. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the peppers sit for a few minutes after baking. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute cheese with plant-based shredded cheese like Daiya. To avoid soggy peppers, do not cover while baking and drain excess fat from beef. If cheese isn’t melting quickly, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Prepare peppers while beef cooks to save time. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of water in microwave or oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.

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