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Easy Halloween Food Ideas: Delightful Stuffed Bell Pepper Jack-o’-Lanterns

Easy Halloween food ideas : Stuffed Bell Pepper Jack-o’-Lanterns

These delightful stuffed bell pepper Jack-o’-lanterns are a fun and easy Halloween food idea that kids will love!

Ingredients

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  • 4 orange bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully carve the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in the shredded cheese.
  7. Stuff each bell pepper with the mixture and replace the tops.
  8. Place in a baking dish and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Serve warm, and enjoy the Halloween festivities!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.
  • These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until baking.

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