Simple Weeknight UNstuffed Pepper Dippers

Only 5 ingredients, less than 15 minutes total cook/prep time, and 'dippers' that make kids happy...what more could you want for a weeknight family meal?

Ingredients

• 1 (8.8 ounce) pouch UNCLE BEN'S® Ready Rice® Original Long Grain
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 (10 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 large green bell peppers, cut into thick strips

Steps

1. Prepare rice according to package directions.
2. Heat non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brown beef, stirring while breaking up chunks. Remove from heat; drain grease. Stir in tomato sauce, cooked rice, and cheese. Stir until cheese melts; simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.
3. Serve with green pepper "dippers."