Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers
For a hearty, wholesome snack that can easily double as a light dinner, Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers are a festive triumph. Bright orange bell peppers are carefully carved with spooky or silly jack-o’-lantern faces using a sharp paring knife. They are then stuffed to the brim with a warm, savory mixture of seasoned ground turkey or beef, black beans, rice, tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Baked until the peppers are tender, they look exactly like glowing, edible jack-o’-lanterns.
These stuffed peppers are incredibly comforting and packed with nutrients. The steam rising from the carved eyes and mouths when served warm gives them an eerie, lifelike quality that is absolutely perfect for a pre-trick-or-treating meal. They are a wholesome, satisfying way to fuel up for a night of spooky fun.
