Italian Skillet Dinner

By ghinman

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 med. onion, chopped
• 1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable juice
• 1 1/2 cups instant white rice
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet cook sausage for 4 to 6 min. Drain excess fat. Add green bell pepper and onion; cook until crisp.
Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils. Remove from heat and stir in rice.
Cover and let stand 6 to 8 min. or until liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.