Potato and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients

• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Green onions (4, chopped)
• Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Potatoes (4 large, peeled and diced)
• Bell peppers (6)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. Place the bell peppers in a baking dish and set aside.
4. Boil the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
6. Mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
7. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well to combine.
8. Spoon the potato and cheese mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
9. Drizzle the stuffed bell peppers with olive oil and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!