How to Make Sausage and Rice Stuffed Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made in a variety of ways to suit your taste preferences. One popular variation is to fill the peppers with a savory mixture of sausage and rice, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for any night of the week. Whether you're looking for a new way to enjoy peppers or simply want to switch up your dinner routine, this recipe for Sausage and Rice Stuffed Peppers is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 6 large green bell peppers
  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 (10.75 ounce) cans tomato soup
  • 2 ⅔ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
  • 3 cups uncooked instant rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Slice tops off of green peppers; remove seeds and membranes, and rinse well. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add peppers and cook for 15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Place sausage and onions in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Reduce heat to medium and stir in tomato soup, water, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper; bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to low, stir in 3/4 of cheese and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prepare instant rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and then stir into tomato mixture. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Spoon rice mixture into peppers.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cheese on peppers and place under broiler until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    1277 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 26g
    • Cholesterol: 133mg
    • Sodium: 1142mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 155g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 125mg
    • Calcium: 581mg
    • Iron: 11mg
    • Potassium: 570mg