Stuffed Peppers

By Jaymers

Ingredients

• 4 medium red bell peppers
• 1/2 medium onion, peeled and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground sausage
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 jar hot salsa
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped (or dried)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Remove tops and seed red peppers.

2. In the Large Skillet over medium heat, dry sauté onions and garlic until tender.

3. Add ground beef and sausage, sauté until cooked through.

4. Add all other ingredients and stir until well blended.

5. Spoon beef and rice mixture into bell peppers, and stand peppers upright in whichever pot they best fit in.

6. Add 3 tablespoons of water to the pot, cover with the vent closed, and cook waterless over medium-low heat to form the vapor seal. When the lid spins freely on a cushion of water the vapor seal is formed.

7. Cook through until tender, approximately 30 minutes.

8. Top with cheese for the last minute or two if desired.