Jack-o’-Lantern Stuffed Bell Peppers
These Halloween stuffed peppers are carved like jack-o-lanterns and filled with taco-seasoned meat, beans, corn, salsa, and melty cheese. A fun family dinner!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Halloween Recipe
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4–5 large orange bell peppers (choose ones with flat bottoms so they stand up)
1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 lb ground turkey or ground beef
1 tsp taco seasoning
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can corn, rinsed and drained (or 1 cup frozen corn, thawed)
1 cup salsa (your favorite variety)
2 cups shredded cheese, divided (cheddar and pepper jack recommended)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Wash and hollow out the bell peppers, removing seeds and membranes. Carve jack-o’-lantern faces into each pepper using a small paring knife.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and salsa. Cook until heated through.
Mix in 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted and combined.
Stuff the filling evenly into the hollowed peppers. Top each with remaining cheese.
Place peppers upright in a baking dish and cover loosely with foil.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
Serve warm as a fun and festive Halloween dinner.
Notes
Bell pepper faces may “melt” slightly while baking, adding to the spooky look.
Use ground chicken or a plant-based meat substitute for variation.
For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot salsa.
Can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/jack-o-lantern-stuffed-bell-peppers/
