Peter's Baked Stuffed Onions

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   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2. 2

   Lightly grease a baking dish.

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   In a saucepan bring 1 cup water to a boil.

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   Add rice and stir.

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   Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Peel onions and slice off the tops; boil for 12 to 15 minutes, or until tender but not mushy.

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   Drain, cool and remove the centers, leaving the shell intact.

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   Chop onion centers and reserve 1/2 cup.

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    Place sausage in a large, deep skillet.

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    Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.

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    Drain and set aside, reserving drippings.

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    Saute green pepper and 1/2 cup chopped onion in sausage drippings.

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    In a large bowl combine green pepper, onion, sausage, egg, 1 cup cooked rice, cream cheese, oregano and parsley.

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    Spoon mixture into onion shells and place in prepared dish.

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    Combine melted butter and paprika; brush tops of onions.

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    Cover and bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.

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    Uncover, and bake an additional 5 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.