Turkey Stuffed Yellow & Red Bell Peppers |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Really good-a lighter version of the beef stuffed ones. Ingredients:
2 yellow bell peppers |
2 red bell peppers |
1 teaspoon vegetable oil |
1 medium chopped onion |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
1 lb lean ground turkey |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon pepper |
1 teaspoon dried basil |
1 teaspoon dried oregano |
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, italian style |
1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice |
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup fine breadcrumbs |
1/4 cup parmesan cheese |
2 teaspoons melted butter |
Directions:
1. Preheat to 375.
2. Cut peppers lengthwise and seed.
3. Place cut side up on a baking sheet-you can lightly steam them if you want to.
4. Heat oil in skillet over medium high.
5. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.
6. Stir a few times.
7. Add meat, stirring often for 5 minutes.
8. Add tomatoes and rice and cook for 5 more minutes.
9. Remove from heat, add herbs and salt and pepper, stir in cheddar.
10. Fill peppers.
11. Combine breadcrumbs, parmesan and toss with melted butter-mix well.
12. Top peppers and bake for 30-40 minutes.
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