Classic Stuffed Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Cut tops off peppers; chop finely.
3. 3
   Remove and discard seeds.
4. 4
   Cook peppers, meat and onions in dressing in large skillet on medium heat until meat is evenly browned, stirring occasionally.
5. 5
   Add rice and 1 cup tomato sauce; mix well.
6. 6
   Mix remaining tomato sauce and water in 9-inch square baking dish.
7. 7
   Stand peppers in baking dish; fill with meat mixture.
8. 8
   Cover.
9. 9
   Bake 35 to 40 min.
10. 10
    or until peppers are tender.
11. 11
    Serve peppers topped with sauce from bottom of dish.