Southwest Chili Stuffed Peppers

DESCRIPTION

Southwest Chili Stuffed Peppers feature tender bell peppers filled with a hearty blend of ground beef, tomatoes, and rice seasoned to perfection with our Southwest Zesty Fiesta seasoning, then topped with melted Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. With bold Southwest flavors, satisfying texture, and colorful presentation, this dish delivers a comforting, crowd-pleasing entrée with broad menu appeal.

INGREDIENTS

Approx. Yield: 100 half bell pepper portions

Ground beef	15 lbs.
Bella Rossa tomato strips	3 #10 cans
Spicelopedia® Southwest Zesty Fiesta seasoning	2 ½ cups
Long grain rice, uncooked	8 lbs.
Water	7 quarts
Bell peppers, halved and deseeded	50 whole
RCI Monterey Jack Cheddar Blend, feather shredded	2 lbs.

STEPS

1. For the filling: In a kettle over high heat, cook ground beef until halfway cooked, breaking it up well as it cooks.
2. Add tomatoes, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Add seasoning, rice, and water. Mix well to combine.
4. Bring back to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.
5. Remove filling from heat and set aside.
6. For the bell peppers: Scoop about 4 oz. of filling into each bell pepper half and place onto a hotel pan.
7. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese.
8. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.