Peppers Stuffed with Spanish Rice

From Healthy Homestyle Cooking by Evelyn Tribole

Bring water to boil in a large saucepan.

Meanwhile, cut lengthwise in half
➜ 2 large green peppers
Remove and discard the stems, seeds, and membranes.

Place the peppers in the boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon, setting them inverted on paper towels to drain.

Preheat the oven to 375F.

Saute until turkey is cooked
8 oz ground turkey
1/2 c chopped onions

Stir in
1 c cooked brown rice
1 c stewed tomatoes (with juices)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place the pepper halves in a baking dish. Spoon in meat mixture. Sprinkle with
1/4 c finely shredded cheddar cheese

Bake about 10 minutes, until heated through and cheese melted.