Lasagna Stuffed Peppers - Red Gold Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 1/4 pound Italian sausage, about 1 link
• 1 pound ground beef, or Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup onion, very finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can Diced Tomatoes Basil, Garlic & Oregano 14.5 oz
• 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, whole milk variety
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated, divided
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley, flakes
• 4 bell peppers, colors of your choice
• 2 tablespoons Italian bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic