Stuffed with flavor.
Ingredients
2 organic bell peppers, any color
1 cup uncooked Ralston Family Farm long grain rice
1 lb. Osage Creek Farms ground beef
1 organic white onion, diced
1 jar My Brother’s Salsa Helen’s Rustic Original salsa
2 cups shredded cheese of choice such as Rumiano cheddar or colby jack
Preparation
Step 1
Using a paring knife, cut the tops off of your peppers, keep these for later. Removes seeds. Place in a pot with just enough water to cover the peppers. Bring to a boil and reduce down to a simmer. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove from water and allow to cool.
Step 2
Cook rice according to package instructions. Use the water you cooked your bell peppers in to add some flavor to the rice.
Step 3
Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add your ground beef and cook until done. Season with salt and pepper. Remove to a towel lined plate.
Step 4
Dice up the tops of the peppers.
Step 5
Leave 1 Tbsp. of fat in the skillet. Add your onions and bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 6
In a bowl, add your cooked rice, ground beef, onions, peppers, salsa, and 1 cup cheese. Stir to combine.
Step 7
Preheat oven to 350.
Step 8
Place your peppers in a small baking dish. Fill each with the rice mixture.
Step 9
Top each pepper with about ÂĽ cup cheese.
Step 10
Place in oven and bake for 30-40 minutes. Rotating at dish at the 20 minute mark.
Step 11
Place under broiler if desired to brown the cheese.