Stuffed Bell Peppers Ingredients

• 6 medium Bell peppers (Choose a mix of colors for a vibrant presentation.)
• 1 pound ground beef Ground beef (You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.)
• 1 cup cooked rice Cooked rice (White or brown rice works well in this recipe.)
• 1 cup tomato sauce Tomato sauce (Look for a low-sodium option if watching your salt intake.)
• ¹⁄₂ cup onion Onion (Finely chopped for added flavor.)
• ¹⁄₂ cup corn Corn (Fresh, frozen, or canned corn can be used.)
• ¹⁄₂ cup black beans Black beans (Canned beans, rinsed and drained, are convenient for this recipe.)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder Garlic powder (Adds a nice savory kick to the filling.)
• 1 teaspoon cumin Cumin (Brings warm and earthy flavors to the dish.)
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt Salt (Adjust to taste based on your preferences.)
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon black pepper Black pepper (Freshly ground for the best flavor.)
• 1 cup shredded cheese Shredded cheese (Cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend works well for topping the peppers.)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil Olive oil (For sautéing the filling and greasing the baking dish.)