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Queso de Murci Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup Queso de Murci cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish
- Large skillet

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.
4. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
5. Add cooked rice, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in shredded Queso de Murci cheese and chopped cilantro.
7. Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and cheese mixture.
8. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for ground beef.
- Any type of cheese can be substituted for Queso de Murci cheese.

Variations:
- Add diced tomatoes or corn to the beef and cheese mixture for added flavor.
- Use different colored bell peppers for a more colorful presentation.

Tips and tricks:
- To make the peppers easier to stuff, cut a small slice off the bottom of each pepper to create a flat surface.
- Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
Leftover stuffed peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place stuffed peppers in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve stuffed peppers on a bed of lettuce or with a side of salsa.

Garnishes:
Garnish with additional chopped cilantro or shredded cheese.

Pairings:
Serve with a side of Spanish rice or a green salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Spanish rice
- Green salad
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the peppers are not cooking evenly, rotate the baking dish halfway through cooking.
- If the cheese is not melting, place the stuffed peppers under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before and after handling raw meat.

Food history:
Queso de Murci is a Spanish cheese made from goat's milk. It originated in the Murcia region of Spain.

Flavor profiles:
The Queso de Murci cheese adds a tangy and slightly salty flavor to the beef and rice mixture.

Serving suggestions:
Serve Queso de Murci Stuffed Peppers as a main dish for dinner or as a hearty lunch.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Cheesy, Aromatic