Orzo-Stuffed Peppers

Directions

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   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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   Add the orzo and cook for 4 minutes.
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   Drain the orzo and transfer to a large bowl.
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   Add the chickpeas, spinach, feta, currants, olive oil, salt, and pepper and toss to combine.
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   Slice the tops off the peppers and remove the ribs and seeds.
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   Cut a thin slice from the bottom of the pepper so that it stands up straight (but dont cut through the bottom).
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   Spoon the filling into the peppers and transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish.
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    Fill the dish with about 1 inch of hot water.
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    Bake for about 45 minutes, until the peppers are tender.