Picadillo Stuffed Peppers

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

2. 2

   Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil once hot. Add the onion and saute for about 5 minutes, then add the garlic and saute for another minute. 

3. 3

   Add the ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the beef is cooked through. 

4. 4

   Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another minute. 

5. 5

   Add the white wine to the pan and let the wine cook out for about 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the tomatoes, Worcestershire, balsamic, raisins, and olives. Stir and let cook over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and add more salt if needed. 

7. 7

   Place the peppers into a baking dish cut side down and drizzle with a little Everyday EVOO and a pinch of salt and pepper, then flip them over. 

8. 8

   Fill each pepper half with a generous amount of the picadillo filling, then place into the oven to bake for 20-25 minutes or until the peppers are tender but still holding shape.

9. 9

   To serve, drizzle with a little Garlic Olive Oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley.