Taco Stuffed Sweet Peppers

medium sized (1.3 pounds) sweet potatoes

olive oil, (separated)

large sweet bell peppers ((can be red, orange, and/or yellow; I use 1 of each))

chili powder

EACH: garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano flakes

paprika

and 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Fine sea salt and freshly cracked pepper

extra lean ground beef

minced garlic

tomato sauce (I like Muir Glen)

cooked white rice ((use leftover rice or grab some Ready Rice in a pinch!))

Monterey jack or sharp cheddar cheese, (freshly grated)

Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, fresh lime, fresh avocado/guac, jalopenos, 1 cup fat free sour cream, additional cheese, etc.