Stuffed Peppers -

Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers make an ideal vegetarian meal. Serve with a leafy salad and granary bread.

Ingredients

4 large peppers
2 tablespoons oil
1 onion, chopped
3 celery sticks, chopped
125 g (4 oz) mushrooms, chopped
125 g (4 oz) wholemeal breadcrumhs
50 g (2 oz) Brazil nuts, chopped
½ teaspoon dried mixed herbs
125 g (4 oz) Cheddar cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

Details

Serves: 4

Method

Slice the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds.

Place the oil in a bowl with the onion, cover and cook on HIGH for 3 minutes. Add the celery and mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.

Mix in the remaining ingredients, then spoon into the peppers. Replace the tops and stand the peppers upright close together in a dish.

Pour in 3 tablespoons water, cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes. Stand for 2 minutes before serving. 

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Power setting: HIGH
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Standing time: 2 minutes

Related food category:

• Vegetable and Side Dishes