The Secret Ingredient
Ingredients
- ●1 can (16 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- ●1 cup uncooked white rice
- ●5 ounces Cotija cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- ●1 small onion, diced
- ●1 teaspoon MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon
- ●1 jar (24 ounces) mild salsa, divided
- ●6 red or green bell peppers, tops cut off and hollowed out
- ●2 teaspoons MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon, dissolved in 2 cups warm water
Make It
Step 1
Combine beans, rice, cheese, onion, 1 teaspoon bouillon and half the salsa in a large bowl. Spoon mixture into peppers, mounding if necessary. Place stuffed peppers into 5-quart slow cooker. Pour bouillon mixture around the peppers. Pour remaining salsa over peppers.
Step 2
Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until rice is tender. Top with additional Cotija cheese before serving, if desired.