Meals Matter

Stuffed Peppers

Contributed By: dhanyaka
HoneySuckle White

Ingredients

3/4 cup White rice

1/2 tsp Turmeric

1/2 tsp Salt

1 1/2 cups Water

6 - 8 Bell peppers (orange, green or red)

1 lb Honeysuckle White sweet Italian sausage

1 Medium onion, diced

1/4 cup Parsley, chopped

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1/2 tsp Black pepper

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375F.

2. Place rice, turmeric, salt and water in pot. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until rice is cooked, about 20 minutes; set aside.

3. Remove casing from sausage and crumble into frying pan.

4. Add onion and garlic; fry over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.

5. Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley. In a bowl, mix rice, parsley, and black pepper.

6. Drain the black beans and add to the mixture. Add the cooked sausage and mix thoroughly.

7. Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise, or cut the tops off; remove the seeds and core.

8. Fill the peppers with stuffing and arrange in an oiled baking dish. Top with parmesan cheese.

9. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes or until peppers are tender.

Cook's Notes

To shorten cooking time, use the microwave to cook stuffed bell peppers on high for 20 minutes.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Kids Love It
Kids can help make it
Make Ahead
Meal Type: Breakfast & Brunch
Lunch