Stuffed Bell Peppers IV

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.