School Foodservice Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Servings

4-1/2 lbs GROUND TURKEY

1-1/2 c uncooked instant rice

1-1/2 c finely chopped onions

1-1/2 c finely chopped green bell peppers

1-1/2 c shredded and peeled carrots

4-1/2 c fresh bread crumbs

10 Egg whites

1 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp Italian seasonings

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tbsp dried oregano

1-1/2 tsp ground black pepper

12 Medium whole green peppers

1-1/2 c TURKEY STOCK

1-1/2 c spaghetti sauce

1. Combine turkey, rice, onions, bell peppers, carrots, bread crumbs, egg whites, garlic powder, Italian seasonings, parsley, oregano and pepper.

2. Cut pepper in half and remove seeds. Fill each half with 4 ounces turkey mixture. Place stuffed pepper halves in a 12 X 2- X 2-inch pan.

3. Pour turkey stock around peppers. Cover and bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 40 to 50 minutes.

4. Uncover and top each pepper half with 1 tablespoon spaghetti sauce. Bake 10 more minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.