Mexican Stuffed Peppers by 365 Days of Slow Cooking

– 1 1/2 cups water
– 4 large green peppers or 5 medium green peppers
– 1/2 cup uncooked instant brown rice
– 2 cups picante sauce
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
– Optional: 1 cup cooked and chopped chicken or 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey
– Grated cheddar and sour cream, for topping

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 6 min
Total Time: 21 min