Colorful, Flavorful Stuffed Peppers

1 pound ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup water
3/4 t. ground cumin
3/4 t. dried oregano
1 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 medium green peppers halved lengthwise
Sliced canned jalapeno peppers, optional
Crumble beef into a 2 qt. microwave safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2 minutes; stir. Cook on high 1-2 minutes longer or until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in salsa, corn, water, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until mixture bubbles around the edges. Stir in rice and 1/2 cup cheese. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes, stir. Spoon 1/2 cupful into each pepper half. Place on a 12 inch round microwave safe place. Cover loosely and cook on high for ...high for 8-10 minutes or until peppers are tender, rotating a half turn once. Cover and let stand for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top with jalapenos if desired. 4 servings

Donna Vogel
Erie, PA
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