Cheddar-Rice Pepper Cups

Makes 6 servings.
== Ingredients ==
* 3 large green peppers
* salt
* 8 ounces firm tofu, drained and finely chopped
* 1/4 cup sliced green onions
* 1/4 cup chopped celery
* 1/4 cup chopped radishes
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
* 2 cups cooked rice
* 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated Cheddar Cheese, divided
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
== Directions ==
# Cut peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes.
# Cook in boiling salted water for 5 minutes; drain. Arrange cut side up in 12x8x2-inch baking dish; sprinkle with salt.
# Cook tofu, vegetables and garlic in butter in large skillet until vegetables are tender crisp.
# Toss with rice, 1 cup Cheese, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.
# Fill each pepper half with 2/3 cup mixture. Bake, covered, at 350 degrees 25 minutes.
# Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Cheese over cups. Bake 5 minutes, or until Cheese is melted.
Category:American Recipes
Category:Cheddar Recipes
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