Mexican Stuffed Peppers for Two

Watch now to see how to cook Mexican Stuffed Peppers for Two! Add a zip of flavor to these stuffed peppers for two with chunky salsa and taco seasoning!

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1 lb. ground beef

1 onion , chopped

3 Tbsp. (about 1/2 of 1-oz. pkg.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix

1-1/4 cups water , divided

1 small tomato , chopped

1/2 cup instant white rice , uncooked

2 large red pepper s

1/4 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Medium Salsa

3/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese , divided

1. Brown meat with onions in skillet on medium heat. Stir in taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water. Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove half the meat mixture; cool, then refrigerate or freeze for another use.

2. Stir 1/2 cup of the remaining water into remaining seasoned meat in skillet. Add tomatoes; mix well. Bring to boil. Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. Meanwhile, cut tops off peppers; discard tops and seeds. Mix salsa and remaining water in bottom of 9-inch square baking dish. Stand peppers in baking dish.

3. Add 1/2 cup cheese to meat mixture; stir. Spoon into peppers; top with remaining cheese. Cover.

4. Bake 35 to 40 min. or until peppers are tender. Serve with sauce from baking dish.

Mexican Stuffed Peppers for Two

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