Description
Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers are a festive and delicious addition to any Halloween gathering. These vibrant bell peppers, filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and spices, bring joy to the table while offering a playful twist on traditional stuffed peppers. Perfect for both kids and adults, they are not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit various dietary preferences. Serve these delightful stuffed peppers at your next party or family dinner, and watch as they become a favorite among your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large orange bell peppers
- 2 large green bell peppers
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add ground meat; cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
- Stir in cooked rice and tomato sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each pepper with the meat mixture until overflowing.
- Place in a baking dish upright; cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil, top with cheese, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg