A terrific showcase for the fresh bell peppers from the garden. A simple
dish for a late summer meal. Complete with a fresh garden salad and
breadsticks.
3 large green peppers
1/4 cup raisins
1 pound ground pork
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels
1/2 cup plain yogurt
Remove tops, seeds, and membranes from peppers. Cut in half lengthwise. Cook
in boiling salted water for 5 minutes; drain.
Soak raisins in water 10 to 15 minutes; drain and set aside.
Combine pork, onion, carrot, celery and salt in a medium skillet. Cook over
medium heat until pork is done and vegetables are tender, stirring
occasionally. Drain thoroughly.
Add rice, sunflower kernels, yogurt and raisins; mix well.
Spoon mixture into peppers. Place in a 12x8x2-inch baking dish. Bake at 350
degrees F. for 30 minutes or until heated through
Serves 6.