Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer: Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

4 large bell peppers, any color (ensure they're gluten-free)
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey (ensure it's gluten-free)
1 cup cooked rice (ensure it's gluten-free)
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded gluten-free mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside.

In a skillet, cook the ground beef or ground turkey until browned. Drain any excess fat.

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat, cooked rice (ensure it's gluten-free), diced onion, diced tomatoes, shredded gluten-free mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Stuff each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture, pressing it down gently to pack it.

Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish.

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Serve these gluten-free Stuffed Bell Peppers as a hearty and satisfying appetizer!

Enjoy!