Stuffed Bell Peppers IV
2003-01-27- Course: Side Dishes
- Yield : 6
- Servings : 6
- Prep Time : 20m
- Cook Time : 1:15 h
- Ready In : 1:35 h
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This is an easy and quick meal of stuffed bell peppers with great Cajun flavors.
Ingredients
- 6 green bell peppers, tops and insides removed
- 1 yellow or white onion, chopped
- 1 (16 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 box Zatarins Chicken Creole Rice Mix
- 1 lb ground meat (chuck preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Mozzarella cheese for topping
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, brown meat and onions in olive oil and then drain well.
Step 2
Add tomato sauce, water, butter, and contents of Creole rice mix. Note: do not use chicken as suggested on box. Bring to a boil, cover and let simmer on low heat for 25 minutes. Remove from heat, stir and let sit for 5 minutes.
Step 3
While stuffing is cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add peppers and blanch for about 5 minutes. Drain and arrange peppers on a foil lined cookie sheet.
Step 4
Stuff peppers with Creole rice mix, cover with tin foil and Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
Step 5
Remove from oven, remove foil and sprinkle tops of peppers with mozzarella cheese. Return to oven until cheese is melted.
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