BEST Ever Easy Stuffed Peppers (5 Ingredients)

INGREDIENTS

bell peppers (tops cut off and seeds and membranes removed)

1 lb

mild or spicy ground Italian sausage (for alternative protein options, see notes)

3 cups

cooked Spanish style rice, or cooked white rice

1 1/2 cups

water

1 15 ounce can

fire roasted diced tomatoes

1 cup

shredded Mexican blend cheese

cilantro or green onions for topping (optional)