Ingredients

  • 4 medium green peppers
  • 1/3 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 3/4 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/4 pound reduced-fat bulk pork sausage
  • 3 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Method

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside.
  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a
  • , cook the beef, sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Reduce heat to low. Add the tomatoes, taco seasoning and garlic. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain orzo; stir into meat mixture. Add 1/2 cup cheese. Spoon into peppers. Place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.