Taco peppers

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
6mediumsGreen peppers
15ouncesTamales
15ouncesChili (with beans)
1cupCheese, sharp Cheddar; shredded, divided
¼cupOnion; chopped
¼cupCatsup
cupTortilla chips; crushed

Directions

Cut green peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds.

Remove wrappers from tamales, and cut into ¼" slices. Combine tamales, chili, ½ cup sheese, onion, and catsup; stir well. Fill peppers with tamale mixture; place in an electric skillet, and pour ¼" hot water into skillet. Cover and simmer 25 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cheese over peppers; top with chips. Simmer, uncovered, 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

SOURCE: Southern Living Magazine, April 1981. Typos by Nancy Coleman.

Submitted By NANCY COLEMAN On 01-19-95