Classic Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients 

• 6 large bell peppers
• 1 cup Rice
• ¾ pound ground beef, extra lean
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium tomatoes, cored and chopped
• 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
• 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided (optional)
• fresh curly parsley, minced for serving

Instructions 

1. Cook rice according to package directions.
2. Preheat oven to 350oF (178oC). Grease a 13×9 inch baking pan and set aside.
3. Slice the bell peppers down the middle lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and pith using a spoon. Set aside.
4. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add oil and then ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until slightly browned, stirring regularly.
6. Add the onion, garlic and seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes more until onion is softened.
7. Mix in the tomatoes, corn, cooked rice, salt, pepper and 1 cup of optional mozzarella cheese. Remove from heat.
8. Spoon the mixture into the bell peppers to have a slight mound on top.
9. Sprinkle remaining optional mozzarella on top of each pepper.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
11. Remove from oven and sprinkle parsley on top. Serve and enjoy!