Simple Italian Skillet Dinner

This was in the Sunday paper; the picture posted looks really good!

• Ready In: 28 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb Italian sausage
• 1⁄2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2  cups  vegetable juice
• 1 1⁄2 cups  instant rice
• 1  cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

1. In a large skillet cook sausage 4-6 minutes, drain excess fat.
2. Add green peppers and onions, cook until crisp.
3. Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils.
4. Remove from heat and stir in rice.
5. Cover and let stand 6-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
6. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.