Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppers

Baked bacon-wrapped stuffed peppers are the stars of the party food table. These savory peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, rice, and cheese, then wrapped in crispy bacon for a mouthwatering appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients:

• 6 large bell peppers
• 12 slices of bacon
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375F 190C

Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes

In a skillet, cook the bacon until it's slightly crispy

Remove and drain on paper towels

In the same skillet, add the ground beef and onions

Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are softened

Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if desired

Cook for a few minutes until well combined

Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture

Wrap two slices of bacon around each stuffed pepper, securing them with toothpicks if necessary

Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the bacon is crispy

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving

Enjoy your delicious bacon-wrapped stuffed peppers!