Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers | Recipe Cart

Ingredients

• 2 bell peppers
• 1 1/2 cup cooked white rice ((3/4 cup uncooked will make about 1.5 cups cooked))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 sweet white onion or red onion (chopped)
• 2 bay leaves (optional)
• 3 large garlic cloves (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt (depends on salt content in sauce)
• 1 very ripe diced tomato
• 2-3 tsp Italian seasonings (basil, oregano, thyme)
• 1 cup thinly sliced mushroom
• 2 cups spaghetti or marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3/4 Cup cooked chickpeas ((Half of 15 oz jar drained) or use 1/2 cup veggie crumbles or omit )
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 cup shredded vegan cheese I use a mix of vegan mozzarella and Parmesan cheese
• 2 tsp olive oil