Stuffed Bell Peppers with Cilantro Lime Rice

Step 1: Cook the rice

In a medium saucepan, cook the white rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.

• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Step 2: Prepare the bell peppers

Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Stand the peppers upright in a baking dish.

Step 3: Make the filling

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Step 4: Stuff the peppers

Add the cooked rice, 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce, cumin, oregano, and chili powder to the beef mixture. Stir to combine. Stuff the mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers.

• 1 cup cooked cilantro lime rice
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Step 5: Bake the stuffed peppers

Top the filled peppers with the remaining tomato sauce and shredded cheddar cheese. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.

• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese