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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces for Spooky Fun Evenings

Elevate your Halloween gathering with these Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces, a fun and delicious twist on a classic recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey Can substitute with meat alternatives for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Brown rice adds more fiber.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
  • 1 can Black Beans Can substitute with lentils.
For the Pepper Base
  • 4 large Bell Peppers Use orange and green for festivity.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Vegetable oil can also be used.
  • 1 cup Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar works well.
For the Creepy Faces
  • 1 cup Olives Cut into shapes for spooky faces.
  • 1 cup Peppers or Carrots Used to create frightful features.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the bell peppers by slicing the tops off and removing seeds.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add ground meat and cook until golden brown for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in cooked rice and black beans, heat through for 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff each bell pepper with the mixture, packing it well and leaving space for cheese on top.
  5. Use olives, peppers, or carrots to create spooky faces on each stuffed bell pepper.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil, add cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving on a decorative platter, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure your filling is well-seasoned; feel free to get creative with different toppings for the faces!

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