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KELLOGG'S* RICE KRISPIES* Southwest Stuffed Peppers

By: KELLOGG'S* RICE KRISPIES*

"Green bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of beef, spices and tomatoes then baked until tender and sprinkled with grated cheese."

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Prep Time:
20 Min

Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

6 large green bell peppers
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups KELLOGG'S* RICE KRISPIES* cereal
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (16 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Wash peppers. Cut off tops and remove seedy portions. Precook in large amount of boiling water about 5 minutes. Drain well. Place peppers, cut side up, in shallow baking pan coated with cooking spray. Set aside.
In 12-inch fry pan, cook ground beef, onion and garlic powder until meat is browned, stirring frequently. Drain off drippings. Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Stir to combine, cutting tomatoes into pieces with spoon. Remove from heat. Spoon into peppers, dividing evenly.
Bake at 350 degrees F about 25 minutes or until filling is thoroughly heated. Remove from oven. Sprinkle tops with cheese. Return to oven. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts. Serve hot.

Footnotes

Microwave Directions:
Wash peppers. Cut off tops and remove seedy portions. Lightly salt inside of each pepper. Place peppers, cut side up, in 12 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch (2qt.) glass baking dish. Set aside.
Place ground beef and onion in 8 x 8 x 2-inch (1 1/2qt.) glass baking dish. Stir to crumble. Microwave on HIGH 6 to 7 minutes or until beef is cooked, stirring occasionally. Drain off drippings. Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Stir to combine, cutting tomatoes into pieces with spoon. Spoon filling into peppers, dividing evenly. Cover stuffed pepper with plastic wrap. Poke several holes in plastic wrap to allow steam to escape.
Microwave on HIGH about 15 minutes or until filling is thoroughly heated and peppers are tender. Sprinkle tops with cheese. Microwave on HIGH until cheese melts.
Whenever cooking with raw meats, ensure safe internal temperature is reached.
In keeping with good allergy practices, we remind you to be aware of allergens and to check labels on any packaged goods used. This recipe has been tested using Kellogg's* products. Results with other products may vary.
*© 2008, Trademark of Kellogg Company used under licence by Kellogg Canada Inc.