Stuffed Green Sweet Bell Peppers

1. 1

   Fill a large pot half-full of water; bring to boiling.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, cut tops from green peppers; remove seeds. Chop sweet pepper tops; set aside.

3. 3

   Add whole peppers to boiling water; return to boiling. Reduce heat and cook, covered, 4-5 minutes or til just tender.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, in medium saucepan combine pepper tops, black beans, corn, onion, uncooked rice, green chiles, salt and 1 cup water. Bring to boiling, reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 minutes or til rice is tender.

5. 5

   Stir in cilantro and half the cheese; toss to mix. If necessary. let rice stand til water is absorbed.

6. 6

   Fill sweet peppers with rice mixture. Place in a 2 qt square baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

7. 7

   Bake, uncovered, in a 400u00b0F oven about 15 minutes or til cheese melts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.