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Smoky Stuffed Peppers

:  December 2005/January 2006, EatingWell Serves Two

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Turkey sausage and smoked cheese give a flavorful boost to this versatile, somewhat retro dinner. We've speeded it up by microwave-blanching the peppers and using instant brown rice. If possible, choose peppers that will stand upright.


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Smoky Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Makes: 6 servings

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 6 large bell peppers, tops cut off, seeded
  • 12 ounces hot Italian turkey sausage links, removed from casings
  • 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups instant brown rice
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1 cup finely shredded smoked cheese, such as mozzarella, Cheddar or Gouda, divided

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Preparation

  1. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.
  2. Place peppers cut-side down in a large microwave-safe dish. Fill the dish with 1/2 inch of water, cover and microwave on High until the peppers are just softened, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain the water and transfer the peppers to a roasting pan.
  3. Meanwhile, cook sausage in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, tomatoes and rice; increase heat to high and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the rice is softened but still moist, 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, until the rice absorbs the remaining liquid, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir basil and half the cheese into the rice mixture. Divide the filling among the peppers, then top with the remaining cheese. Broil until the cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Per serving: 294 calories; 11 g fat ( 5 g sat , 0 g mono ); 45 mg cholesterol; 32 g carbohydrates; 19 g protein; 5 g fiber; 533 mg sodium; 418 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (230% daily value), Vitamin A (30% dv), Fiber (20% dv), Calcium & Iron (15% dv).

Carbohydrate Servings: 2

Exchanges: 1.5 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 lean meat


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Style/Theme
Kid-friendly
Make ahead instructions
Type of Dish
Main dish, combination meal
Main dish, poultry
Ease of Preparation
Moderate
Ethnic/Regional
American
Total Time
45 minutes or less
Health & Diet Considerations
Diabetes appropriate
Low calorie
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
Gluten free
Servings
6
Main Ingredient
Turkey
Preparation/ Technique
Broil
Microwave
Saute
Meal/Course
Dinner

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Publication
December 2005/January 2006
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