Stuffed Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse and cut a thin slice from the stem end of each pepper. Remove white fiber and seeds.
2. 2
   Rinse cavities.
3. 3
   Drop into boiling water and cover; simmer for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove peppers from water and drain.
5. 5
   Saute the meat, onion and chopped pepper.
6. 6
   Cook until slightly tender.
7. 7
   Add uncooked rice, seasonings, tomato sauce and water.
8. 8
   Heat to a simmer, until rice is slightly tender.
9. 9
   Fill peppers with the meat mixture.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes.
11. 11
    If desired, top with bread crumbs and bake 10 - 15 minutes longer.