Easy Beef-Stuffed Peppers

Note from Cheri: This recipe was contributed to Fabulous Foods by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. They've taken a classic recipe and made it quick and easy. These peppers are wonderful to take along on picnics. Follow this link for more fabulous Beef recipes, cooking tips and educational information.

4 medium green, red or yellow bell peppers Filling: 1 lb. lean ground beef 3/4 C chopped onion 1/4 C uncooked white rice 3 T ketchup 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves Sauce: 1 can (14 1/2 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 T ketchup 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves

Serves 4 Preheat oven to 350° F. Cut tops off bell peppers and remove seeds. In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients, salt and pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Spoon equal amount of filling into each pepper and place in 8" x 8" baking dish. Combine sauce ingredients and pour over peppers. Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 1-1/2 hours.