Chiles Rellenos (Stuffed Poblano Peppers) with Mexican Rice - Eat to Age Well

Ingredients

• 6 large poblano peppers (halved and seeded)
• 1 ½ lbs ground beef (lean)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• Cooking spray
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground dried chipotle pepper
• 1/8 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 10 oz cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (no added salt)
• 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth (no added salt)
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce (no added salt)
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp chili powder
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh cilantro (chopped (optional, for garnish))