Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

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In Europe, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Parmesan are considered the same cheese. But in the U.S., Parmesan is a generic term that may not come from Italy’s Parmigiano-Reggiano region. Using the authentic Italian cheese (in a lesser amount than the original’s ½ cup) ensures a cheesy richness in the makeover with less fat and calories.

A Monterey, California, businessman named David Jacks made Monterey Jack cheese popular in the late 1800s by shipping it to San Francisco and other areas of the U.S.

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Baked Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers: Preheat oven to 350°. Fill peppers as directed. Spoon half of the sauce mixture into an ungreased 3-qt. baking dish. Add peppers; top with remaining sauce mixture. Sprinkle with cheese as directed. Bake, covered, 30-35 minutes or until heated through and peppers are tender.

Halloween Version: Place the first 12 ingredients in a large bowl; mix lightly to combine. Cut tops from sweet peppers; remove seeds. Using a paring knife, cut jack-o’-lantern faces into peppers as desired. Fill peppers with rice mixture. If desired, replace tops. In a small bowl, mix spaghetti sauce and water; pour half of the mixture into an oval 5-qt. slow cooker. Add filled peppers. Top with remaining sauce. If desired, place Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Cook, covered, on low 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until heated through and peppers are tender. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.