Thursday, January 31, 2008

Stuffed Peppers For Four (Microwave easy!)

Ingredients:

4 medium green peppers
1/4 cup pepper
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 cup frozen broccoli-cauliflowe r blend, thawed and chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Directions:

Cut tops of peppers and remove seed; replace tops. Place in an ungreased shallow round 3 qt microwave-safe dish; add water.
Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Drain orzo; stir into meat mixture. Add the spaghetti sauce, vegetables and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

Spoon into peppers. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes.

Thanks to Billie Jo!

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