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Veggie stuffed pepper

Loaded Veggie Stuffed Peppers

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large bell peppers any color, tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes drained
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake peppers in a baking dish 10 minutes to soften slightly.
  2. Mix quinoa, corn, beans, tomatoes, cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until cream cheese is incorporated.
  3. Remove peppers; fill generously with mixture, packing gently.
  4. Top with remaining cheddar and half the bacon.
  5. Cover dish with foil; bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake another 5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  6. Serve topped with sour cream, remaining bacon, and chives.