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Here’s a fun, Halloween-themed recipe for Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers — perfect for camping or a festive Kiefer Campgrounds meal! 🎃

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Ingredients (serves 4):

• 4 orange bell peppers
  
• 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or plant-based substitute
  
• 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
  
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1 cup tomato sauce
  
• 1 tsp paprika
  
• 1 tsp chili powder
  
• Salt & pepper to taste
  
• Shredded cheese (optional)
  
• Olive oil
  

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Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep:
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Carve a fun jack-o’-lantern face into each pepper.
   
2. Cook Filling:
   In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until soft. Add ground meat, cook until browned. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes until combined.
   
3. Stuff Peppers:
   Spoon the filling into each carved bell pepper. Top with shredded cheese if desired.
   
4. Bake:
   Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish with a little water at the bottom. Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5–10 minutes to melt the cheese and slightly roast the tops.
   
5. Serve & Enjoy:
   Carefully serve your spooky Jack-O’-Lantern stuffed peppers hot! Perfect for a Halloween campsite dinner.
   

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💡 Pro Tip: You can also use yellow or red peppers for extra color, or make them vegetarian by swapping meat for beans or lentils

Try this flavorful meal the next time you stay at Camp Lakewood Campground!