To celebrate Halloween with originality and flavor, here is a festive recipe for Stuffed Jack-o'-Lantern Peppers , perfect for a themed dinner.

Stuffed Jack-o'-Lantern Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 large orange peppers
• 500 g minced meat (beef or chicken)
• 200 g cooked rice
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 200 ml tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Peppers:

   • Wash the peppers and cut off the tops to form a 'hat'. Remove the seeds and membranes.
   • Use a small sharp knife to cut out jack-o'-lantern faces on the sides of the peppers. Get creative with the expressions!

2. Cook the Stuffing:

   • In a frying pan, heat a little olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
   • Add the ground meat and cook until golden brown.
   • Add the diced zucchini and carrot, and continue cooking until tender.
   • Add the cooked rice, tomato sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for a few minutes.

3. Stuffing the Peppers:

   • Fill each hollowed-out pepper with the meat and rice mixture. Replace the 'hat' on each pepper.

4. Cooking:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Arrange the peppers in a baking dish. Pour a little water into the bottom of the dish to create steam.
   • Cover with foil and bake for about 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the tops are lightly toasted.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the peppers hot, ideally with a small salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

This recipe transforms an ordinary dinner into a festive Halloween celebration, adding a touch of whimsy to your table. If you have any other ideas or need more recipes, please don't hesitate to ask!