Taco Style Stuffed Bell Peppers

• taco seasoning mix1 ounce

  (1 1/4 ounce) package

• water↗2⁄3 cup
• ground beef (or you can use turkey,or chicken)1 lb
• green peppers (or chef's choice of color)↗6
• salsa1 cup
• leftover cooked rice1 1⁄2 cups
• shredded Mexican blend cheese1 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Brown ground beef in skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Drain; return to skillet.

3. 3

   Add taco seasoning and water.

4. 4

   Simmer and stir until water is absorbed.

5. 5

   Stir salsa and rice into ground beef mixture.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 375°F.

7. 7

   With cooking spray, coat a 8x8-inch baking dish.

8. 8

   Slice tops off of peppers and remove seeds and membrane.

9. 9

   Blanch peppers in boiling water for 5 minutes if desired.

10. 10

    Put peppers into prepared dish.

11. 11

    Evenly divide ground beef mixture among peppers.

12. 12

    Cover and bake for 20 to 25 or until heated through.

13. 13

    Remove cover.

14. 14

    Sprinkle cheese evenly over peppers.

15. 15

    Return to oven until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

16. 16

    Serve with sour cream on side if desired.