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If you want to enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal for dinner tonight then you’ll love this stuffed green bell pepper recipe from New Orleans culinary master Kevin Belton. Using only the freshest ingredients and signature Cajun spices, this gourmet dish will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Louisiana — with minimal effort on your part! Whether yumminess is what you’re after or simply inspiration for a new take on an old favorite, Kevin’s sumptuous stuffed green bell peppers recipe will not disappoint.
Background on Kevin Belton and His Cooking Career
Kevin Belton is an award-winning chef, restaurateur and culinary instructor based in New Orleans. He has been featured on the Food Network’s “New Orleans Cooking with Kevin Belton” and his recipes have been published in magazines and cookbooks. He focuses on traditional Southern favorites like jambalaya, gumbo, fried chicken, red beans and rice, étouffée—and of course stuffed green bell peppers! Belton’s signature blend of spices ushers in a whole new level of flavor to classic dishes that you won’t find anywhere else.
Plus he knows how to make the most out of a few simple ingredients so that home cooks can create delicious meals without breaking the bank. With national acclaim for his extraordinary talent and tireless dedication to his craft, Belton is widely regarded as one of the most influential chefs in the country.
Overview of Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Dish
This stuffed green bell peppers dish is a classic Cajun comfort food with an unmistakable Southern flair. It’s made with fresh bell peppers, lots of tasty ground beef and pork, celery, onion, garlic, rice and flavorful spices. Each pepper is carefully hollowed out and then filled with the savory mixture before being slow cooked in the oven. The result is a mouthwatering dinner that will tantalize your taste buds — even if you have no prior cooking experience.
Kevin Belton Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 large green bell peppers
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or stock
- 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning blend
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook pork and beef until browned, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat from pan if necessary. Add celery, onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Add uncooked rice, chicken broth/stock and Cajun seasoning blend. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Stuff each pepper with the cooked pork/beef mixture and place in an ovenproof dish large enough to hold all 4 peppers next to each other without touching. Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven, uncover pan, let cool slightly before serving with your favorite side dishes such as coleslaw or green beans!
Frequently Asked Questions | Kevin Belton Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Recipe
1. Can I substitute ground turkey for pork and beef?
Yes, you can use ground turkey instead of pork and beef to reduce the amount of fat in this recipe.
2. What type of rice should I use for this recipe?
We recommend using a long grain white rice such as Basmati or Jasmine.
3. Is it necessary to cover the dish with aluminum foil before baking?
Yes, covering the pan tightly with aluminum foil is essential to ensure that the peppers are cooked evenly.
4. How long do I need to bake the peppers in the oven?
The stuffed green bell peppers need to bake for about 40 minutes.
5. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the stuffed green bell peppers ahead and store covered in the fridge until ready to bake.
6. What sides go well with this dish?
Coleslaw or green beans pair nicely with Kevin Belton’s Stuffed Green Bell Peppers.
7. How many calories are in one serving of this dish?
One serving of Kevin Belton’s Stuffed Green Bell Peppers contain 656 kcal.
Kevin Belton Stuffed Green Bell Peppers
Equipment
- large skillet
- Ovenproof dish
Ingredients
- 4 large green bell peppers
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or stock
- 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook pork and beef until browned, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat from pan if necessary. Add celery, onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Add uncooked rice, chicken broth/stock and Cajun seasoning blend. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Stuff each pepper with the cooked pork/beef mixture and place in an ovenproof dish large enough to hold all 4 peppers next to each other without touching. Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven, uncover pan, let cool slightly before serving with your favorite side dishes such as coleslaw or green beans!
Notes
- Use your favorite Cajun seasoning blend or make your own with a combination of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper and black pepper.
- If you want to reduce the amount of fat in this recipe use ground turkey instead of pork and beef.
Conclusion
As you can see, this stuffed green bell peppers recipe is not only easy to follow, but it yields delicious results. If you’re looking for a new dinner idea that the whole family will love, give this recipe a try. And if you’re still unsure about the difference between gelato and ice cream, be sure to check out our blog post on the subject. Thanks for reading!
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