No-Bake Stuffed Peppers

1. 1

   Cut peppers in half, lengthwise.

2. 2

   Remove and discard stems, ends and seeds.

3. 3

   Parboil in boiling salted water for 10 minutes; drain.

4. 4

   In a mixing bowl, add sugar and basil to the can of tomato sauce and set aside.

5. 5

   Brown ground beef and onion well in a large skillet.

6. 6

   Stir in 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce mixture, 1/4 cup of the rice and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.

7. 7

   Cover and simmer 5 minutes; stir in cheese.

8. 8

   Spoon meat mixture into peppers and place in skillet.

9. 9

   Pour remaining tomato sauce mixture around peppers.

10. 10

    Cover and simmer 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Meanwhile, bring water, 1 teaspoon salt and the butter to boil.

12. 12

    Stir in remaining rice. Cover.

13. 13

    Remove from heat.

14. 14

    Let stand 5 minutes.

15. 15

    Serve peppers over the rice; top with additional sauce and cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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