Almost Stuffed Peppers

For a quick way to enjoy an old favorite, stir up stuffed green pepper makings in a skillet. This easy one-pan meal is requested so often I even make it when I'm not in a hurry.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 2  cups water
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1  large green pepper, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1  medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  italian seasoning
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups  uncooked  instant rice

Directions

1. In a large skillet, brown beef; drain. Set beef aside and keep warm. In the same skillet, combine water, tomatoes, green peppers, onions and seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender. Stir in rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in beef; return to the stove and heat through.