whenever i am getting ready for a trip or a special occasion, i do that thing a lot of us women do, try to drop a few pounds. these peppers help me achieve that. they are full of vegetables, lean meat and wonderful spices (and just a scant of cheese on top). they are simply delicious. you should try them. i prefer poblano peppers, because i like the heat of them, but any bell pepper would work. i start by putting the peppers directly on my gas range grates, turning them every few minutes until they get black and charred all over. pop them in a bowl and cover with foil for ten minutes or so, then peel off the skin. you will be left with a soft, moist flesh. my mouth is watering just writing this, i think i am going to make one for lunch today.
this is what i put in them, varies, depending on what i have in the fridge
minced garlic
chopped onion
chopped mushrooms
chopped zucchini
chopped tomatoes
chopped poplano pepper - i use the section i cut out to make the opening
(corn kernels and black beans are fantastic in this, too)
cumin
garlic powder
onion powder
cayenne - just a pinch
oregano
salt and pepper
ground turkey breast
saute everything in a pan with a touch of olive oil until soft, put in a bowl and set aside
saute ground turkey breast until brown with more cumin and spices (i like a heavy cumin taste). put vegetables back in skillet with ground turkey, mix. taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. stuff peppers and top with a bit of monterey jack (optional). put in oven at 350 for 5-7 minutes until warmed through and cheese has melted.
i serve these to my clients with a side of arroz verde (green rice) - which is to die for. the recipe can be found here
