Classic Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients:

• 6 bell peppers (any color)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup uncooked rice
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Prepare the peppers: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and ribs. Set aside.
2. Cook the meat and vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, green pepper, and red pepper. Drain off any excess fat.
3. Combine the filling: Stir in the rice, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
4. Stuff the peppers: Fill each pepper with the meat mixture.
5. Bake: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
6. Top with cheese: Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the peppers and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
7. Serve: Serve the stuffed peppers hot.