Simple Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

Quantities are for 4 servings.

• 4 each (large) Bell peppers, any color
• 1 cup (dry) White rice
• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced tomatoes, canned
• 1 each Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook the rice according to package directions.
3. Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds. Blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes.
4. Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
5. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, and cumin, and simmer 5 minutes.
6. Combine with the cooked rice and season with salt and pepper.
7. Fill the peppers with the mixture and top with cheese.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.