Stuffed Bell Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Cut tops from green peppers; discard seeds and membranes.
2. 2
   Chop enough of the tops to make 1/4 cup, set aside.
3. 3
   Cook the whole green peppers, uncovered in boiling water for about 5 minutes; invert to drain well.
4. 4
   Sprinkle insides of peppers lightly with salt.
5. 5
   In a skillet cook ground beef, onion and 1/4 cup chopped pepper till meat is browned and vegetables are tender.
6. 6
   Drain off excess fat.
7. 7
   Add undrained tomatoes, uncooked rice, water, salt, Worcestershire, and a dash of pepper.
8. 8
   Bring to boiling, reduce heat.
9. 9
   Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or till rice is tender.
10. 10
    Stir in cheese.
11. 11
    Stuff peppers with meat mixture.
12. 12
    Place in a 10x6x2 baking dish.
13. 13
    Bake, covered in a 350F oven for 30 minutes.