Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers

from tasteofhome.com
1 servings

Ingredients

  • 5 medium green, red or yellow peppers
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1-1/4 pounds extra-lean ground turkey (99% lean)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1-3/4 cups shredded cheddar-flavored lactose-free or other cheese
  • 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325°. Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove seeds. Place in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook and crumble turkey with onion, garlic and seasonings over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Cool slightly. Stir in tomatoes, cheese and bread crumbs.

  3. 3

    Fill with turkey mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until filling is heated through and peppers are tender, 20-25 minutes.