Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

diced tomatoes

undrained

16 unit

kidney beans

rinsed and drained

1.5 cup

cooked rice

8 unit

shredded cheddar cheese

divided

10 unit

frozen corn

thawed

0.25 cup

chopped onion

chopped

1 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

0.75 tsp

chili powder

0.5 tsp

pepper

0.25 tsp

salt

6 unit

green bell peppers

washed, cored and seeded

Step 1
~62 min

In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, kidney beans, cooked rice, 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese, thawed frozen corn, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, pepper, and salt.

Step 2
~62 min

Mix all ingredients well.

Step 3
~62 min

Core and seed the green bell peppers.

Step 4
~62 min

Fill each pepper with about 1 cup of the vegetable mixture.

Step 5
~62 min

Place the stuffed peppers in a 5 quart slow cooker.

Step 6
~62 min

Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours.

Step 7
~62 min

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the peppers.

Step 8
~62 min

Cover and cook for 15 minutes longer, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the vegetable mixture.

To prevent the peppers from becoming too soft, cook them on low heat for a shorter amount of time.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The vegetable mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Tortilla Chips
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest USA

Cultural Significance

Reflects the flavors and ingredients common in Southwestern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Casual Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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