Entrée: United States – Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 25 min

Cook 45 min

Total 1 hr 10 min

Ingredients

4 large bell peppers, tops cut and seeds removed
1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
2 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter
1 cup (240 ml) cooked rice
1 cup (240 ml) canned diced tomatoes, drained
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 / 2 cup (60 g) shredded cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) chicken stock (for baking)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Melt unsalted butter in a skillet and sauté shallots and garlic until softened.
2. Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink. Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; remove from heat.
3. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture and place upright in a baking dish. Pour chicken stock into the dish to come about 1/4 inch up the sides.
4. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top if using, and bake uncovered 10–15 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is golden.
5. Let cool briefly and serve.

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