taco stuffed pepper cups

Ingredients:

• 2 medium green peppers
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 2 T chopped onion
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 3 T taco seasoning (We use Ortega)
• sour cream (toppings)
• cheddar cheese (toppings)
• tomato (toppings)

Preparation:

1. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds.  In a large pot, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes.  Drain and rinse with cold water.  Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until cooked through; drain.  Stir in the tomato sauce and taco seasoning; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer for 5-6 minutes.
3. Spoon into peppers.  Place in an ungreased glass baking dish.  Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes, or until peppers are tender.  
4. Top with sour cream, cheddar and tomatoes.