Peppers “Unstuffed”

Peppers Unstuffed

Ingredients

3 large or 6 small chopped bell peppers (red or green)
9 oz. meatless Italian sausage chopped into bite-sized pieces (thaw first if frozen)
1 medium chopped onion
1 cup long-grain partially cooked rice
28 oz. can of coarse ground or crushed tomatoes
Panko bread crumbs for top garnish

How we make it

Spread ½ cup tomatoes on bottom of a 2 quart oven-safe casserole dish.

Reserve another ½ cup of tomatoes to place on top of casserole.

Mix all remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Gently scoop into casserole dish.

Pour remaining ½ cup tomatoes on top and spread over the casserole.

Garnish with desired amount of Panko bread crumbs.

Bake at 350° for 35 minutes.

Serves 6

Per serving: Calories 41, Calories from Fat 1, Total Fat 0.1g, Saturated Fat 0.03g, Trans Fat 0.0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 1mg Potassium 40mg, Total Carbs 9.08g, Dietary Fiber 0.4g, Sugars 0.79g, Protein 0.92g


Note: This recipe is so low-calorie and low-fat I almost wanted to add some just to make it more "believable". What a great way to enjoy summer's bounty!