Southwestern Stuffed Peppers

1. 1

   With sharp knife, slice tops offthe 6 peppers; discard seeds.

2. 2

   In 5-quart saucepan, place peppers in enough boiling salted water.

3. 3

   Cover; simmer 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain peppers on paper towels.

5. 5

   Empty water from saucepan.

6. 6

   In 10-inch skillet over medium heat, brown sausage with garlic.

7. 7

   In large bowl, combine sausage, stuffing, cheese and 3/4 cup.

8. 8

   Toss to mix well.

9. 9

   Fill peppers with stuffing mixture.

10. 10

    In 5-quart saucepan, combine remaining broth.

11. 11

    Arrange stuffed peppers in broth.

12. 12

    Heat to boiling.

13. 13

    Reduce heat to low Cover; simmer 20 minutes or until peppers are tender and filling is hot.

14. 14

    Remove stuffed peppers to serving platter; keep warm.

15. 15

    In covered blender container, carefully blend red pepper-broth.

16. 16

    Serve with stuffed peppers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.