Little Kelly and Recipes with Mini Peppers

By Loftyrecipe.com

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– 12 mini bell peppers – 1 cup cooked quinoa – 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained – 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen – 1 tsp cumin – 1 tsp chili powder – 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) – Fresh cilantro for garnish

Ingredients

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Instructions

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1. Wash the Mini Peppers: Rinse the 12 mini sweet peppers thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.

Slice the Peppers: Carefully cut the tops off the mini peppers and remove the seeds inside.

Dice Vegetables: Chop one small onion and mince two cloves of garlic for added flavor.

1. Dice Vegetables: Chop one small onion and mince two cloves of garlic for added flavor.

Cook

1. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. 2. Cook the Filling: If we’re using uncooked ground meat, add it to the skillet with the sautéed onion and garlic. Cook thoroughly until the meat is browned and fully cooked. This can take about 5 to 7 minutes. 3. Preheat Oven: While the filling cooks, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 4. Stuff the Peppers: Once the filling is ready, spoon it generously into each hollowed mini pepper.

Tools

– Cutting Board: A sturdy cutting board helps us chop and slice our mini peppers and vegetables safely. – Sharp Knife: A sharp knife is essential for cleanly slicing our mini peppers and dicing other ingredients. – Mixing Bowls: We’ll use medium-sized mixing bowls for combining fillings, mixing seasonings, and holding chopped vegetables. – Sauté Pan or Skillet: A non-stick sauté pan or skillet allows us to cook onions, garlic, and our filling mixture evenly without sticking. – Baking Dish: A glass or ceramic baking dish accommodates our stuffed mini peppers as they bake to perfection. – Measuring Cups and Spoons: Accurate measurements help us follow the recipe precisely for consistent flavors. – Spatula or Wooden Spoon: A spatula or wooden spoon is needed for stirring our filling and sautéed vegetables together. – Oven Mitts: Safety first! Oven mitts protect our hands when handling hot dishes coming out of the oven.