Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Carefully cut the tops off the bell peppers. Remove the seeds and membranes from the inside.
- If the peppers won't stand upright, slice a tiny bit off the bottom to level them, but be careful not to cut a hole in the base.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and ground turkey to the skillet. Cook the turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, cumin, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes so the flavors combine.
- Place the empty peppers in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the turkey and rice mixture into each pepper, pressing down gently to pack them full.
- Pour about 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish to create steam.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of each pepper, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the peppers are tender.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
If you prefer very soft peppers, try par-boiling them for 3 minutes in boiling water before stuffing. For a weeknight shortcut, prepare the filling and stuff the peppers a day in advance.
