Jasmine Rice-Stuffed Peppers
Jasmine Rice-Stuffed Peppers might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. One portion of this dish contains about 34g of protein, 18g of fat, and a total of 428 calories. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. If you have jalapeño pepper, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the jasmine rice you could follow this main course with the Vegan Almond Rice Pudding as a dessert.
Instructions
Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes, leaving the stems intact.
Place on a foil-lined jelly-roll pan, cut sides up.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
Add onion, garlic, and jalapeo to pan; saut 5 minutes or until onion is lightly browned.
Add rice, and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
Remove from heat; cool completely.
Combine rice mixture, 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup cheese, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until blended. Spoon about 1/2 cup meat mixture into each pepper half. Spoon remaining 1 cup tomato sauce evenly over peppers. Cover and bake at 400 for 45 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese; bake 3 minutes or until cheese melts.