Shrimp Stuffed Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Cut off tops of green peppers; remove seeds.
2. 2
   Cook peppers in boiling water 5 minutes; drain and set aside.
3. 3
   Saute onion and celery in margarine in a heavy saucepan until crisp-tender.
4. 4
   Add mushrooms and continue cooking until all vegetables are tender. Stir in chopped shrimp and cook 5 minutes or until done.
5. 5
   Add rice, salt and pepper to shrimp mixture, mixing well.
6. 6
   Stuff peppers with rice mixture.
7. 7
   Place peppers in an 8-inch square pan (baking dish). Pour 1/2 cup water into the dish.
8. 8
   Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Garnish with cooked shrimp and lemon wedges if desired. Makes 6 servings.