Oogie Boogie Stuffed Peppers
Oogie Boogie Stuffed Peppers are a festive and flavorful dish that brings Halloween magic to your table. Each pepper is filled with a savory mix of ground meat, fluffy rice, and spices, creating a deliciously satisfying meal. These colorful stuffed peppers are perfect for family dinners or spooky gatherings and can be easily customized to suit your taste. With their vibrant appearance and mouthwatering flavor, they’ll be the star of any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and ground meat; cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cooked rice and taco seasoning; mix well.
- Stuff each pepper with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in the baking dish, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to melt cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg