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Audacious Main Course with Zing in an Hour – Stuffed Poblano Peppers

They do not get nearly the attention of the jalapeno , but poblano peppers are super charged with flavor. The poblano (or also called Ancho) pepper is my favorite pepper because they have that great pepper taste but are much milder. 

They are great for adding just a touch of zing to pasta, chili, salads, and dozens of other dishes.  Think:  substitute poblano for bell pepper.  I find they also last in the fridge for quite a while.  

“Just a little heat” characterizes this easy to prepare main dish. Poblano peppers & a dash of jalapeños give it punch, while not overpowering. Just add salad & you have a winner of a dinner!

 Prepare a day ahead, pull from the fridge 30 minutes before dinner, and place in preheated 350 degrees oven for 10 minutes.

Stuffed Poblano Peppers

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large poblano peppers, cut in 1/2 lengthwise, seeds and ribs removed (I also cut off the stem end)
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 lb grass-fed beef
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 seeded jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 3 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 15-ounce can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterrey jack cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a baking pan with cooking spray. Lay the poblano peppers on the pain a single layer
  • Bake the peppers for 10-15 minutes or until softened
  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until the meat is cooked through
  • Add additional seasons and chopped jalapeño and stir
  • Remove from heat and Add the rice, tomatoes, and cheese to the mixture, giving it a quick stir to combine
  • Divide the meat evenly between the peppers and top with remaining cheese
  • Place back in oven for 10 minutes and serve

Food for the soul

 

Stewed Tomatoes and Okra (with sausage and shrimp)

When I think of the foods I crave, there is generally a wonderful aroma connected with them. This dish is a delight to prepare and savor at the same time! Join Texicureans and Corey Benbow as we prepare this traditional southern African-American dish. And I learn an important food preparation hack!


Stewed Tomato and Okra (with sausage & shrimp)

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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Mahatma Rice
  • 2 sticks butter
  • 1 onion - chopped medium
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 package andouille sausage
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes
  • 1 pound raw shrimp
  • 1 bag frozen cut okra
  • Louisiana hot sauce to taste
  • Cajun seasoning to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse Rice in bowl or colander until water runs clear
  • Add 2 Cups Rice to 5 Cups water in a pot, bring to boil, reduce to simmer, add stick of butter. Cook until water fully evaporates - (approx. 30 minutes)
  • In a large skillet, add 1 stick butter and melt over medium heat. Add chopped onion and pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
  • Add andoullie sausage and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Add stewed tomatoes, stir in and cook over medium heat, covered for 10 minutes.
  • Add shrimp, cook fo 5 minutes, covered.
  • Add cajun seasoning and hot sauce, stir.
  • Add frozen okra to top (don’t stir) and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Stir and cook for additional 7 minutes.
  • Serve over cooked rice.