Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 bell peppers, chopped

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

• 1 pound ground beef

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 cup water

• 1 teaspoon basil

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 tablespoon chili powder

• salt and pepper to taste

• 1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed

• 4 cups kale, chopped

• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese

• Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a large skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic over medium-high heat.

3. Add onions, peppers and beef and cook until onions are tender and beef is browned.

4. Add diced tomatoes, water, seasonings, beans and kale.

5. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook until kale is tender (about 10 minutes).

6. Stir in cheddar cheese.

7. Bake for 20 minutes in skillet or in a casserole dish.

8. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

9. Optional serve with tortilla chips or wrapped in tortillas.

By Kristy Hegner from chocolateslopes.com