Stuffed Pepper Recipe an Original by Mom’s Lifesavers

Our stuffed pepper recipe is perfect for this time of year when the temperatures drop and I crave a hearty meal, but one that isn’t too heavy.

I was inspired by a weight watchers recipe I found a long time ago. I’ve switched it up a bit and now have a true family favorite. This stuffed pepper recipe is so delicious and satisfies our winter hunger, but it’s not too heavy. The perfect combo!

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked rice with seasoning packet (we like Rice-A-Roni varieties in different flavors)
• 4 small sweet green peppers
• 1 pound uncooked ground turkey
• 1 1/2 cups canned tomato juice, or vegetable juice or (V8 works great, too)
• 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp table salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Preparation

1. Cook the rice according to the package directions. Set aside.
2. Slice off the top inch of each pepper and remove and discard the seeds; set the peppers aside.
3. Cook the turkey – season with salt and pepper.
4. Combine the cooked rice, cooked turkey, and 1⁄4 cup of the vegetable juice, the Parmesan, salt, and ground pepper in a medium bowl.
5. Spoon the rice mixture evenly into the peppers
6. Stand peppers upright in ungreased 8-inch square glass baking dish and pour remaining sauce around peppers.
7. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 10 minutes. Uncover and bake about 15 minutes longer or until peppers are tender.