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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces for Spooky Fun Dinners

Make Halloween fun with Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creepy Faces, a nutritious meal that delights both kids and adults.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Choose vibrant colors like orange and green.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can swap with turkey or lentils.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Rice Consider brown rice for added fiber.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned varieties are convenient.
  • 1 cup Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella preferred.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Olives Use sliced black olives.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Cut into spooky shapes.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather your bell peppers. Cut the tops off and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. In a skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes, rice, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted.
  4. Carefully spoon the filling into each carved pepper, pressing down gently.
  5. Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then remove foil and continue baking for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Use sliced olives as eyes and pepperoni as mouths for decoration.
  7. Serve on a festive platter, sprinkle with parsley or cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize your filling with different proteins or grains. Monitor baking time to avoid mushy peppers.

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