Instructions: Saute first 4 ingredients in hot oil in a large skillet 3 minutes or until tender; drain. Add tomatoes and next 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf.

Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, leaving stems intact. Remove and discard seeds. Boil bell pepper halves in a small amount of water 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. Spoon rice mixture evenly into bell pepper halves; serve immediately.

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