Stuffed Bell Peppers Creepy Faces (Print Version)
Bell peppers with carved spooky faces filled with seasoned beef and rice - a perfect Halloween dinner centerpiece.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 large bell peppers (orange, red, or yellow)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 cup cooked rice
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (400g) diced tomatoes, drained
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1 tsp cumin
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Black olives (optional)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Carve creepy faces into the sides of the peppers.
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In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
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Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Fill the carved peppers with the beef and rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
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Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil, sprinkle the tops with shredded cheddar cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
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Serve hot. Replace the pepper tops if desired to resemble pumpkins. For extra visual effect, add sliced olives as 'eyes'.
# Notes:
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These stuffed bell peppers combine festive Halloween presentation with hearty flavors, perfect for a themed dinner party.