Stuffed Peppers - Diet Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 large red and/or green bell peppers
• 1 pound lean ground beef (can substitute chicken)
• 3/4 cup chopped red onion
• 4 large tomatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup water
• 3 Tbs. beef soup base
• 1 Tbs. basil (fresh if possible)
• 1 tsp. thyme fresh if possible)
• 3/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese