Stuffed Peppers

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Ingredients

8 fresh poblano peppers or 4 green bell peppers
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, peeled and diced
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 lb. ground beef
1/4 lb. ground pork
1 tsp salt
1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1-1/4 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 tbsp chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs

Preparation

1. Char peppers over a gas flame or under a hot broiler, turning to blacken all over. Place in a paper bag, close tightly, and steam for 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, rub off and remove blackened skin, taking care not to tear flesh. Cut a slit down the length of each, stopping about 1/2" from the tip. (If using bell peppers, simply cut off the top.) Scrape out ribs and seeds. Set aside.

2. Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, add beef and pork, breaking meat up with the back of a spoon, and brown for 7 - 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, season to taste with salt and pepper, and stir in tomatoes and nutmeg. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in rice, marjoram, thyme, parsley, and 1 tbsp. oil. Adjust seasoning.

3. Preheat broiler. Spoon about 1/4 cup filling into each pepper and place on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, drizzle with remaining oil, and broil until golden. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Yield

Serves 4

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 45 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 521 Calories from Fat: 216

Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 24g
36%  
Carbohydrates 59.6g
19%  
Dietary Fiber 3.2g
12%  
Saturated Fat 5.5g
27%  
Calories 521.3kcal
26%  
Cholesterol 38.8mg
12%  
Protein 17.1g
28%  
Sodium 141.2mg
5%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
8%  
Vitamin A
24%  
Vitamin C
228%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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