Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Optional: bake bell pepper halves for 5 minutes to slightly soften before filling.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Stir in taco seasoning, garlic powder, and salsa. Mix until combined.
4. Add cream cheese to the beef mixture and stir until melted and creamy.
5. Spoon the beef and cream cheese mixture into each halved bell pepper, dividing evenly.
6. Place filled peppers on a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until heated through and peppers are tender.
7. Serve warm, and enjoy!

Recipe Details

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Difficulty: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein.
• Add cooked rice or quinoa to the filling for extra texture and bulk.
• Top with shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese before baking for an extra cheesy layer.
• Spice it up with diced jalapeños or hot sauce in the filling.

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